SWIFT/BIC code ACLRAU2S208
ACLRAU2S208 belongs to Austraclear Limited in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ACLRAU2S208 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ACLRAU2S |
| Branch code | 208 |
| Bank | Austraclear Limited |
| Branch | Bko 208 |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
How the Austraclear Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ACLR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2S Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 208 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 branch uses SWIFT code ACLRAU2S208?
The code ACLRAU2S208 belongs to Bko 208, part of Austraclear Limited in Sydney, Australia. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Austraclear Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 49 SWIFT/BIC codes for Austraclear Limited in Australia, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Austraclear Limited.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Austraclear Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ACLRAU2S208, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Australia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Austraclear Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use ACLRAU2S instead of ACLRAU2S208?
ACLRAU2S points to the head office of Austraclear Limited, while ACLRAU2S208 is Bko 208. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use ACLRAU2S208 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Austraclear Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.