SWIFT/BIC code MCBLMVMVXXX
MCBLMVMVXXX belongs to The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited in Male, Maldives.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MCBLMVMVXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MCBLMVMV |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Male |
| Country | Maldives |
How the The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MCBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MV Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MV 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 SWIFT code MCBLMVMVXXX?
The code MCBLMVMVXXX belongs to the head office of The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited in Male, Maldives. Use it when a payment to The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
Are MCBLMVMV and MCBLMVMVXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. MCBLMVMV is the short version of MCBLMVMVXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited in Male.
What is the cheapest way to send money to The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Maldives with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MCBLMVMVXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Maldives uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of MCBLMVMVXXX mean?
MCBL is the bank code of The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited, MV is the ISO code of Maldives, MV is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use MCBLMVMVXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MCBLMVMVXXX against the details from The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.