SWIFT/BIC code ESMELULLXXX
ESMELULLXXX belongs to European Stability Mechanism in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESMELULLXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESMELULL |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | European Stability Mechanism |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Luxembourg |
| Country | Luxembourg |
How the European Stability Mechanism SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ESME Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LL Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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
What bank uses SWIFT code ESMELULLXXX?
The code ESMELULLXXX belongs to the head office of European Stability Mechanism in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. It is the code to use when a payment to European Stability Mechanism does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of ESMELULLXXX stand for?
ESME is the institution code of European Stability Mechanism, LU stands for Luxembourg, LL is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What is the best way to send money to European Stability Mechanism in Luxembourg?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter ESMELULLXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ESMELULLXXX against the details from European Stability Mechanism before you confirm.
Does European Stability Mechanism have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ESMELULLXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for European Stability Mechanism in Luxembourg, so there is no branch code to choose.
Do I need ESMELULLXXX for a euro transfer to Luxembourg?
Luxembourg belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need ESMELULLXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.