SWIFT/BIC code ACLRAU2S227
ACLRAU2S227 belongs to Austraclear Limited in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ACLRAU2S227 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ACLRAU2S |
| Branch code | 227 |
| Bank | Austraclear Limited |
| Branch | Bko 227 |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
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.
- 227 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 BIC ACLRAU2S227?
ACLRAU2S227 identifies Bko 227, a branch or department of Austraclear Limited in Sydney, Australia. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter ACLRAU2S227 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ACLRAU2S227 against the details from Austraclear Limited before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Austraclear Limited in Australia?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use ACLRAU2S instead of ACLRAU2S227?
ACLRAU2S is the head office of Austraclear Limited, while ACLRAU2S227 is Bko 227. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ACLRAU2S227.
What does each part of ACLRAU2S227 stand for?
ACLR is the institution code of Austraclear Limited, AU stands for Australia, 2S is the location code and 227 is the code of the department Bko 227.
How long does it take to send money to Austraclear Limited in Australia?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.