Question 1

What is the SWIFT code for SMBC London?

Accepted Answer

The SWIFT/BIC code for SMBC London is SMBCGB2L. This 11-character code identifies the bank in international wire transfers and is registered with SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication).

Question 2

How do I send an international wire transfer to SMBC London?

Accepted Answer

To send money internationally to SMBC London, provide your bank with the SWIFT/BIC code SMBCGB2L (LONDON, United Kingdom) along with the recipient's full IBAN. Your bank will route the transfer via the SWIFT network.

Question 3

Is SMBC London a SEPA member?

Accepted Answer

Yes, SMBC London is a SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) member. Euro transfers within the SEPA zone can be processed as fast, low-cost SEPA Credit Transfers using the recipient's IBAN — no SWIFT fees required for intra-SEPA payments.

Question 4

What does the BIC code SMBCGB2L mean?

Accepted Answer

In the BIC code SMBCGB2L: "SMBC" is the institution code identifying SMBC London, "GB" is the ISO 3166-1 country code for United Kingdom, and "2L" is the location code indicating the bank's city or timezone zone. The final three characters "XXX" identify a specific branch.

Question 5

Who owns SMBC London?

Accepted Answer

SMBC London is owned by Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc., a banking group based in Japan. SMBC London is registered in United Kingdom as a local entity, while its ultimate ownership sits with the parent group in Japan.

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