SWIFT/BIC code ACLRAU2S237

ACLRAU2S237 belongs to Austraclear Limited in Sydney, Australia.

ACLRAU2S237

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeACLRAU2S237
8-character codeACLRAU2S
Branch code237
BankAustraclear Limited
BranchBko 237
CitySydney
CountryAustralia

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.
237 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code ACLRAU2S237?

ACLRAU2S237 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bko 237, a unit of Austraclear Limited in Sydney, Australia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use ACLRAU2S instead of ACLRAU2S237?

ACLRAU2S is the main office of Austraclear Limited, while ACLRAU2S237 is Bko 237. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ACLRAU2S237.

What does each part of ACLRAU2S237 stand for?

ACLR is the institution code of Austraclear Limited, AU stands for Australia, 2S is the location code and 237 identifies the department Bko 237.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Austraclear Limited?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code ACLRAU2S237, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.

What is the best way to send money to Austraclear Limited?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send.

How long does it take to send money to Austraclear Limited?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.