SWIFT/BIC code PLTSMTMTXXX
PLTSMTMTXXX belongs to Pilatus Bank PLC in Ta'xbiex, Malta.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PLTSMTMTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PLTSMTMT |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Pilatus Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Ta'xbiex |
| Country | Malta |
How the Pilatus Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PLTS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MT 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 is behind BIC PLTSMTMTXXX?
PLTSMTMTXXX identifies the headquarters of Pilatus Bank PLC in Ta'xbiex, Malta. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Pilatus Bank PLC.
Does Pilatus Bank PLC have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, PLTSMTMTXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Pilatus Bank PLC in Malta, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter PLTSMTMTXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PLTSMTMTXXX against the details from Pilatus Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need PLTSMTMTXXX for a euro transfer to Malta?
Malta belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need PLTSMTMTXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Pilatus Bank PLC in Malta?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is PLTSMTMT and PLTSMTMTXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. PLTSMTMT is the short version of PLTSMTMTXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Pilatus Bank PLC in Ta'xbiex.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.