SWIFT/BIC code SMBCGB2LSPS

SMBCGB2LSPS belongs to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe Limited in London, United Kingdom.

SMBCGB2LSPS

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSMBCGB2LSPS
8-character codeSMBCGB2L
Branch codeSPS
BankSumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe Limited
BranchSpecial Products and Services
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured

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

SMBC Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
GB Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
2L Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
SPS 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 code SMBCGB2LSPS?

SMBCGB2LSPS identifies Special Products and Services, a branch or department of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe Limited in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use SMBCGB2LSPS incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SMBCGB2LSPS with the recipient before you confirm.

Does Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe Limited in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe Limited.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe Limited?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use SMBCGB2L instead of SMBCGB2LSPS?

SMBCGB2L points to the head office of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe Limited, while SMBCGB2LSPS is Special Products and Services. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SMBCGB2LSPS.

How long does it take to send money to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe Limited in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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