SWIFT/BIC code BSDTUS33CLS
BSDTUS33CLS belongs to The Bank of New York Mellon in Pittsburgh,pa, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BSDTUS33CLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BSDTUS33 |
| Branch code | CLS |
| Bank | The Bank of New York Mellon |
| Branch | — |
| City | Pittsburgh,pa |
| Country | United States |
The way the The Bank of New York Mellon SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BSDT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 33 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CLS 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 code BSDTUS33CLS?
BSDTUS33CLS identifies The Bank of New York Mellon, a branch or department of The Bank of New York Mellon in Pittsburgh,pa, United States. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BSDTUS33CLS with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BSDTUS33CLS against the details from The Bank of New York Mellon before you confirm.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at The Bank of New York Mellon?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BSDTUS33CLS, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. United States is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to The Bank of New York Mellon take in United States?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use BSDTUS33 instead of BSDTUS33CLS?
BSDTUS33 is the head office of The Bank of New York Mellon, while BSDTUS33CLS points to The Bank of New York Mellon. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BSDTUS33CLS if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to The Bank of New York Mellon?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in US Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.