SWIFT/BIC code SMTTTTP1XXX
SMTTTTP1XXX belongs to Scotiatrust and Merchant Bank Trinidad and Tobago Limited in Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SMTTTTP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SMTTTTP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Scotiatrust and Merchant Bank Trinidad and Tobago Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Port of Spain |
| Country | Trinidad & Tobago |
How the Scotiatrust and Merchant Bank Trinidad and Tobago Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SMTT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P1 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 SMTTTTP1XXX?
SMTTTTP1XXX identifies the headquarters of Scotiatrust and Merchant Bank Trinidad and Tobago Limited in Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago. Use it when a payment to Scotiatrust and Merchant Bank Trinidad and Tobago Limited does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Scotiatrust and Merchant Bank Trinidad and Tobago Limited take in Trinidad & Tobago?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of SMTTTTP1XXX stand for?
SMTT is the bank code of Scotiatrust and Merchant Bank Trinidad and Tobago Limited, TT is the ISO code of Trinidad & Tobago, P1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Scotiatrust and Merchant Bank Trinidad and Tobago Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SMTTTTP1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Trinidad & Tobago is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Scotiatrust and Merchant Bank Trinidad and Tobago Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Trinidad & Tobago with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use SMTTTTP1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SMTTTTP1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.