SWIFT/BIC code MACQAU2SSEC
MACQAU2SSEC belongs to Macquarie Bank Limited in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MACQAU2SSEC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MACQAU2S |
| Branch code | SEC |
| Bank | Macquarie Bank Limited |
| Branch | Security Oeprations |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
How the Macquarie Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MACQ 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.
- SEC 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MACQAU2SSEC?
MACQAU2SSEC identifies Security Oeprations, a branch or department of Macquarie Bank Limited in Sydney, Australia. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use MACQAU2SSEC incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MACQAU2SSEC against the details from Macquarie Bank Limited before sending.
What does each part of MACQAU2SSEC stand for?
MACQ is the bank code of Macquarie Bank Limited, AU is the ISO code of Australia, 2S is the location code and SEC is the code of the department Security Oeprations.
Can I use MACQAU2S instead of MACQAU2SSEC?
MACQAU2S is the main office of Macquarie Bank Limited, while MACQAU2SSEC is Security Oeprations. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MACQAU2SSEC.
What is the best way to send money to Macquarie Bank Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Macquarie Bank Limited take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.