SWIFT/BIC code SMBCSGSGXXX
SMBCSGSGXXX belongs to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation in Singapore, Singapore.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SMBCSGSGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SMBCSGSG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Singapore |
| Country | Singapore |
How the Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation 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.
- SG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SG 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code SMBCSGSGXXX?
The code SMBCSGSGXXX belongs to the head office of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation in Singapore, Singapore. Use it when you send money to an account at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation in Singapore?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Singapore Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SMBCSGSGXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation in Singapore, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use SMBCSGSGXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SMBCSGSGXXX against the details from Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation before sending.
Are SMBCSGSG and SMBCSGSGXXX the same code?
Yes. SMBCSGSG is the short version of SMBCSGSGXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation in Singapore.
How long does a transfer to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.