SMDPGB3L — SMBC DERIVATIVE PRODUCTS LIMITED
SMDPGB3L is the SWIFT/BIC code for SMBC DERIVATIVE PRODUCTS LIMITED in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
SMDPGB3L is the SWIFT/BIC code for SMBC DERIVATIVE PRODUCTS LIMITED in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | SMBC DERIVATIVE PRODUCTS LIMITED |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 3L |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code SMDPGB3L belong to?
The SWIFT code SMDPGB3L identifies SMBC DERIVATIVE PRODUCTS LIMITED in LONDON, United Kingdom. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code SMDPGB3L mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of SMDPGB3L are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (SMDP) represent the bank code for SMBC DERIVATIVE PRODUCTS LIMITED; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (3L) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code SMDPGB3L active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) SMDPGB3L is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '3L' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code SMDPGB3L instead of SMDPGB3L?
Yes. The 8-character code SMDPGB3L represents the primary headquarters of SMBC DERIVATIVE PRODUCTS LIMITED. The 11-character code SMDPGB3L targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to SMDPGB3L (or SMDPGB3LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to SMDPGB3L?
The physical address registered for SMDPGB3L is: 1 NEW CHANGE, EC4M 9AF, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the SMDPGB3L code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code SMDPGB3L is used for international inbound wire transfers in the United Kingdom. Domestic GBP clearings route via BACS, CHAPS and Faster Payments rather than SWIFT.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).