SWIFT/BIC code SICOLALAXXX

SICOLALAXXX belongs to Siam Commercial Bank Pcl., The in Vientiane, Laos.

SICOLALAXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSICOLALAXXX
8-character codeSICOLALA
Branch codeXXX
BankSiam Commercial Bank Pcl., The
BranchHead office
CityVientiane
CountryLaos

The way the Siam Commercial Bank Pcl., The SWIFT/BIC is built up

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

SICO Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
LA Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
LA 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 BIC SICOLALAXXX?

The code SICOLALAXXX belongs to the main office of Siam Commercial Bank Pcl., The in Vientiane, Laos. Use it when a payment to Siam Commercial Bank Pcl., The does not need a specific branch.

What happens if I use SICOLALAXXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SICOLALAXXX with the recipient before sending.

Does Siam Commercial Bank Pcl., The use a single SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – SICOLALAXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Siam Commercial Bank Pcl., The in Laos, so there is no branch code to choose.

Is SICOLALA and SICOLALAXXX the same code?

Yes, they are. SICOLALA is the short version of SICOLALAXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Siam Commercial Bank Pcl., The in Vientiane.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Siam Commercial Bank Pcl., The?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Laos with transfer services before you send.

How long does it take to send money to Siam Commercial Bank Pcl., The in Laos?

A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. 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.