SWIFT/BIC code MUCBLKLCXXX
MUCBLKLCXXX belongs to Mcb Bank LTD. in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MUCBLKLCXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MUCBLKLC |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Mcb Bank LTD. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Colombo |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
The way the Mcb Bank LTD. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MUCB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LC 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 MUCBLKLCXXX?
The code MUCBLKLCXXX belongs to the main office of Mcb Bank LTD. in Colombo, Sri Lanka. It is the code to use when a payment to Mcb Bank LTD. does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter MUCBLKLCXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MUCBLKLCXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Are MUCBLKLC and MUCBLKLCXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. MUCBLKLC is the 8-character version of MUCBLKLCXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Mcb Bank LTD. in Colombo.
Does Mcb Bank LTD. use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – MUCBLKLCXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Mcb Bank LTD. in Sri Lanka, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Mcb Bank LTD. in Sri Lanka?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Sri Lanka with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Mcb Bank LTD. take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.