SWIFT/BIC code ICBCAU2SMEL
ICBCAU2SMEL belongs to Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD, Sydney Branch in Melbourne, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ICBCAU2SMEL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ICBCAU2S |
| Branch code | MEL |
| Bank | Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD, Sydney Branch |
| Branch | Melbourne Branch |
| City | Melbourne |
| Country | Australia |
How the Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD, Sydney Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ICBC 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.
- MEL 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 SWIFT/BIC code ICBCAU2SMEL?
ICBCAU2SMEL identifies Melbourne Branch, a unit of Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD, Sydney Branch in Melbourne, Australia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter ICBCAU2SMEL incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ICBCAU2SMEL against the details from Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD, Sydney Branch before sending.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD, Sydney Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ICBCAU2SMEL, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Australia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD, Sydney Branch?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use ICBCAU2S instead of ICBCAU2SMEL?
ICBCAU2S is the main office of Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD, Sydney Branch, while ICBCAU2SMEL is Melbourne Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ICBCAU2SMEL.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD, Sydney Branch?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Australian Dollar with transfer services 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.