SWIFT/BIC code MCBLMUMUXXX
MCBLMUMUXXX belongs to The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited in Port Louis, Mauritius.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MCBLMUMUXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MCBLMUMU |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Port Louis |
| Country | Mauritius |
How the The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MCBL 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
Which bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code MCBLMUMUXXX?
MCBLMUMUXXX identifies the main office of The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited in Port Louis, Mauritius. It is the code to use when a payment to The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
Does The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – MCBLMUMUXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited in Mauritius, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does it take to send money to The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited in Mauritius?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MCBLMUMUXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Mauritius uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in MCBLMUMUXXX stand for?
MCBL is the bank code of The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited, MU stands for Mauritius, MU is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What is the best way to send money to The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Mauritius with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.