SWIFT/BIC code MBBELALAXXX
MBBELALAXXX belongs to Maybank Lao in Vientiane, Laos.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MBBELALAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MBBELALA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Maybank Lao |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vientiane |
| Country | Laos |
How the Maybank Lao SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MBBE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LA 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MBBELALAXXX?
MBBELALAXXX identifies the headquarters of Maybank Lao in Vientiane, Laos. Use it when you send money to an account at Maybank Lao.
Is MBBELALA and MBBELALAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. MBBELALA is the short version of MBBELALAXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Maybank Lao in Vientiane.
What does each part of MBBELALAXXX mean?
MBBE is the bank code of Maybank Lao, LA stands for Laos, LA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Maybank Lao?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MBBELALAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Laos is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Maybank Lao in Laos?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use MBBELALAXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MBBELALAXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.