SWIFT/BIC code SMBCMYKLXXX
SMBCMYKLXXX belongs to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SMBCMYKLXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SMBCMYKL |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kuala Lumpur |
| Country | Malaysia |
The way the Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad 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.
- MY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KL 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 SMBCMYKLXXX?
The code SMBCMYKLXXX belongs to the main office of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Use it when you send money to an account at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad.
Are SMBCMYKL and SMBCMYKLXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SMBCMYKL is the 8-character version of SMBCMYKLXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad in Kuala Lumpur.
What do the letters in SMBCMYKLXXX stand for?
SMBC is the institution code of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad, MY stands for Malaysia, KL is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SMBCMYKLXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Malaysia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad take in Malaysia?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use SMBCMYKLXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SMBCMYKLXXX against the details from Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Malaysia Berhad before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.