SWIFT/BIC code MEWATHB1XXX

MEWATHB1XXX belongs to Metropolitan Waterworks Authority in Bangkok, Thailand.

MEWATHB1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMEWATHB1XXX
8-character codeMEWATHB1
Branch codeXXX
BankMetropolitan Waterworks Authority
BranchHead office
CityBangkok
CountryThailand

How the Metropolitan Waterworks Authority SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

MEWA Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
TH Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
B1 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 institution uses BIC MEWATHB1XXX?

The code MEWATHB1XXX belongs to the head office of Metropolitan Waterworks Authority in Bangkok, Thailand. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Metropolitan Waterworks Authority.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Metropolitan Waterworks Authority?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Thai Baht with specialist providers before you send.

What do the letters in MEWATHB1XXX stand for?

MEWA is the bank code of Metropolitan Waterworks Authority, TH stands for Thailand, B1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.

What do I need to send money to an account at Metropolitan Waterworks Authority?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MEWATHB1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Thailand is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

How long does a transfer to Metropolitan Waterworks Authority take?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

What happens if I enter MEWATHB1XXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MEWATHB1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.