SWIFT/BIC code ACLRAU2S231
ACLRAU2S231 belongs to Austraclear Limited in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ACLRAU2S231 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ACLRAU2S |
| Branch code | 231 |
| Bank | Austraclear Limited |
| Branch | Bko 231 |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
The way 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.
- 231 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code ACLRAU2S231?
The code ACLRAU2S231 belongs to Bko 231, a branch or department of Austraclear Limited in Sydney, Australia. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use ACLRAU2S instead of ACLRAU2S231?
ACLRAU2S is the main office of Austraclear Limited, while ACLRAU2S231 points to Bko 231. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use ACLRAU2S231 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Austraclear Limited have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 49 SWIFT/BIC codes for Austraclear Limited in Australia. All of them are listed on the page of Austraclear Limited.
What do the letters in ACLRAU2S231 mean?
ACLR is the bank code of Austraclear Limited, AU stands for Australia, 2S is the location code and 231 is the code of the branch Bko 231.
How long does a transfer to Austraclear Limited take in Australia?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I use ACLRAU2S231 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ACLRAU2S231 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.