SWIFT/BIC code STBAMTMTXXX
STBAMTMTXXX belongs to Satabank P.L.C. in St. Julian's, Malta.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | STBAMTMTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | STBAMTMT |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Satabank P.L.C. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | St. Julian's |
| Country | Malta |
The way the Satabank P.L.C. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- STBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MT 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 is behind BIC STBAMTMTXXX?
The code STBAMTMTXXX belongs to the head office of Satabank P.L.C. in St. Julian's, Malta. Use it when a payment to Satabank P.L.C. does not need a specific branch.
Do I need STBAMTMTXXX to send euros to Malta?
Malta belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need STBAMTMTXXX.
How long does a transfer to Satabank P.L.C. take in Malta?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is STBAMTMT and STBAMTMTXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. STBAMTMT is the 8-character version of STBAMTMTXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Satabank P.L.C. in St. Julian's.
Does Satabank P.L.C. use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, STBAMTMTXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Satabank P.L.C. in Malta, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Satabank P.L.C.?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.