SWIFT/BIC code ACLRAU2S217
ACLRAU2S217 belongs to Austraclear Limited in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ACLRAU2S217 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ACLRAU2S |
| Branch code | 217 |
| Bank | Austraclear Limited |
| Branch | Bko 217 |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
How the Austraclear Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 217 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code ACLRAU2S217?
The code ACLRAU2S217 belongs to Bko 217, a branch or department of Austraclear Limited in Sydney, Australia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Austraclear Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use ACLRAU2S instead of ACLRAU2S217?
ACLRAU2S points to the main office of Austraclear Limited, while ACLRAU2S217 points to Bko 217. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use ACLRAU2S217 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Austraclear Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in ACLRAU2S217 stand for?
ACLR is the institution code of Austraclear Limited, AU is the ISO code of Australia, 2S is the location code and 217 is the code of the branch Bko 217.
What happens if I enter ACLRAU2S217 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ACLRAU2S217 against the details from Austraclear Limited before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.