SWIFT/BIC code WMBSSGS1XXX
WMBSSGS1XXX belongs to Wako Merchant Bank (Singapore) Limited in Singapore, Singapore.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WMBSSGS1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WMBSSGS1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Wako Merchant Bank (Singapore) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Singapore |
| Country | Singapore |
How the Wako Merchant Bank (Singapore) Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WMBS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 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 WMBSSGS1XXX?
The code WMBSSGS1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Wako Merchant Bank (Singapore) Limited in Singapore, Singapore. Use it when you send money to an account at Wako Merchant Bank (Singapore) Limited.
Is WMBSSGS1 and WMBSSGS1XXX the same code?
Yes. WMBSSGS1 is the 8-character version of WMBSSGS1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Wako Merchant Bank (Singapore) Limited in Singapore.
What does each part of WMBSSGS1XXX stand for?
WMBS is the bank code of Wako Merchant Bank (Singapore) Limited, SG stands for Singapore, S1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Wako Merchant Bank (Singapore) Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code WMBSSGS1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Singapore uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Wako Merchant Bank (Singapore) Limited take in Singapore?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Does Wako Merchant Bank (Singapore) Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – WMBSSGS1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Wako Merchant Bank (Singapore) Limited in Singapore, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.