SWIFT/BIC code MBBEGB2LXXX
MBBEGB2LXXX belongs to Malayan Banking Berhad in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MBBEGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MBBEGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Malayan Banking Berhad |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Malayan Banking Berhad SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MBBE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L 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 bank is behind BIC MBBEGB2LXXX?
MBBEGB2LXXX identifies the headquarters of Malayan Banking Berhad in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Malayan Banking Berhad.
What is the best way to send money to Malayan Banking Berhad in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of MBBEGB2LXXX mean?
MBBE is the institution code of Malayan Banking Berhad, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Do I need MBBEGB2LXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need MBBEGB2LXXX.
How long does a transfer to Malayan Banking Berhad take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is MBBEGB2L and MBBEGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. MBBEGB2L is the 8-character version of MBBEGB2LXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Malayan Banking Berhad in London.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.