SWIFT/BIC code CTBEMTM1XXX

CTBEMTM1XXX belongs to Commbank Europe LTD in Sliema, Malta.

CTBEMTM1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCTBEMTM1XXX
8-character codeCTBEMTM1
Branch codeXXX
BankCommbank Europe LTD
BranchHead office
CitySliema
CountryMalta

How the Commbank Europe LTD SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

CTBE Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
MT Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
M1 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
XXX Branch code
3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.

Check before you send

  • Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
  • Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
  • Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.

Frequently asked questions

Which institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code CTBEMTM1XXX?

CTBEMTM1XXX identifies the headquarters of Commbank Europe LTD in Sliema, Malta. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Commbank Europe LTD.

What does each part of CTBEMTM1XXX stand for?

CTBE is the institution code of Commbank Europe LTD, MT is the ISO code of Malta, M1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.

What is the best way to send money to Commbank Europe LTD?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Are CTBEMTM1 and CTBEMTM1XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. CTBEMTM1 is the short version of CTBEMTM1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Commbank Europe LTD in Sliema.

How long does it take to send money to Commbank Europe LTD?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need CTBEMTM1XXX to send euros to Malta?

Malta is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CTBEMTM1XXX.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.