SWIFT/BIC code ACLRAU2S214
ACLRAU2S214 belongs to Austraclear Limited in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ACLRAU2S214 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ACLRAU2S |
| Branch code | 214 |
| Bank | Austraclear Limited |
| Branch | Bko 214 |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
The way 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.
- 214 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 BIC ACLRAU2S214?
ACLRAU2S214 identifies Bko 214, a unit of Austraclear Limited in Sydney, Australia. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Austraclear Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ACLRAU2S214, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Australia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Austraclear Limited in Australia?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use ACLRAU2S instead of ACLRAU2S214?
ACLRAU2S is the head office of Austraclear Limited, while ACLRAU2S214 points to Bko 214. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ACLRAU2S214.
What do the letters in ACLRAU2S214 stand for?
ACLR is the bank code of Austraclear Limited, AU stands for Australia, 2S is the code for the city or region and 214 identifies the branch Bko 214.
What is the best way to send money to Austraclear Limited in Australia?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.