SWIFT/BIC code MACQGB21AGE
MACQGB21AGE belongs to Macquarie Bank Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MACQGB21AGE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MACQGB21 |
| Branch code | AGE |
| Bank | Macquarie Bank Limited |
| Branch | — |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
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.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- AGE 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 BIC MACQGB21AGE?
MACQGB21AGE is the SWIFT/BIC code of Macquarie Bank Limited, a unit of Macquarie Bank Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use MACQGB21AGE with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MACQGB21AGE with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest 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 British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of MACQGB21AGE mean?
MACQ is the bank code of Macquarie Bank Limited, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and AGE is the code of the branch Macquarie Bank Limited.
How long does it take to send money to Macquarie Bank Limited in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MACQGB21AGE for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need MACQGB21AGE.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.