SWIFT/BIC code SIMETHB1XXX
SIMETHB1XXX belongs to Sime Bank Berhad in Bangkok, Thailand.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SIMETHB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SIMETHB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sime Bank Berhad |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bangkok |
| Country | Thailand |
The way the Sime Bank Berhad SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SIME 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code SIMETHB1XXX?
The code SIMETHB1XXX belongs to the head office of Sime Bank Berhad in Bangkok, Thailand. Use it when you send money to an account at Sime Bank Berhad.
How long does a transfer to Sime Bank Berhad take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of SIMETHB1XXX stand for?
SIME is the institution code of Sime Bank Berhad, TH is the ISO code of Thailand, B1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Sime Bank Berhad?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SIMETHB1XXX, 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.
What is the best way to send money to Sime Bank Berhad?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Thai Baht with specialist providers before you send.
Is SIMETHB1 and SIMETHB1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SIMETHB1 is the 8-character version of SIMETHB1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Sime Bank Berhad in Bangkok.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.