SWIFT/BIC code ACLRAU2S222
ACLRAU2S222 belongs to Austraclear Limited in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ACLRAU2S222 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ACLRAU2S |
| Branch code | 222 |
| Bank | Austraclear Limited |
| Branch | Bko 222 |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
How the Austraclear Limited SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 222 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 code ACLRAU2S222?
ACLRAU2S222 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bko 222, part of Austraclear Limited in Sydney, Australia. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Austraclear Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Australian Dollar with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter ACLRAU2S222 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ACLRAU2S222 against the details from Austraclear Limited before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Austraclear Limited in Australia?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Austraclear Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ACLRAU2S222, 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.
Can I use ACLRAU2S instead of ACLRAU2S222?
ACLRAU2S points to the head office of Austraclear Limited, while ACLRAU2S222 is Bko 222. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ACLRAU2S222.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.