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SWIFT/BIC code ACLRAU2S221

ACLRAU2S221 belongs to Austraclear Limited in Sydney, Australia.

ACLRAU2S221

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeACLRAU2S221
8-character codeACLRAU2S
Branch code221
BankAustraclear Limited
BranchBko 221
CitySydney
CountryAustralia

The way 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.
221 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 ACLRAU2S221?

ACLRAU2S221 identifies Bko 221, a branch or department of Austraclear Limited in Sydney, Australia. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do I need to send money to an account at Austraclear Limited?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ACLRAU2S221, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.

How long does a transfer to Austraclear Limited take?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

What happens if I use ACLRAU2S221 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ACLRAU2S221 with the recipient before sending.

Can I use ACLRAU2S instead of ACLRAU2S221?

ACLRAU2S is the main office of Austraclear Limited, while ACLRAU2S221 is Bko 221. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use ACLRAU2S221 if the recipient asks for it.

What is the best 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 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.