SWIFT/BIC code IVESMUMUXXX
IVESMUMUXXX belongs to Investec Bank (Mauritius) Limited in Port Louis, Mauritius.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IVESMUMUXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IVESMUMU |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Investec Bank (Mauritius) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Port Louis |
| Country | Mauritius |
The way the Investec Bank (Mauritius) Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- IVES Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MU 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
What bank uses BIC IVESMUMUXXX?
IVESMUMUXXX identifies the head office of Investec Bank (Mauritius) Limited in Port Louis, Mauritius. It is the code to use when a payment to Investec Bank (Mauritius) Limited does not need a specific branch.
Does Investec Bank (Mauritius) Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – IVESMUMUXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Investec Bank (Mauritius) Limited in Mauritius, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Investec Bank (Mauritius) Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Mauritius with specialist providers before you send.
Is IVESMUMU and IVESMUMUXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. IVESMUMU is the 8-character version of IVESMUMUXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Investec Bank (Mauritius) Limited in Port Louis.
What happens if I enter IVESMUMUXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check IVESMUMUXXX against the details from Investec Bank (Mauritius) Limited before sending.
How long does a transfer to Investec Bank (Mauritius) Limited take in Mauritius?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.