SWIFT/BIC code MELIGB2LXXX
MELIGB2LXXX belongs to Melli Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELIGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELIGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Melli Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Melli Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MELI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L 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
Which bank is behind BIC MELIGB2LXXX?
MELIGB2LXXX identifies the main office of Melli Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Melli Bank PLC.
Does Melli Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Melli Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Melli Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need MELIGB2LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need MELIGB2LXXX.
Are MELIGB2L and MELIGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes. MELIGB2L is the 8-character version of MELIGB2LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Melli Bank PLC in London.
What is the best way to send money to Melli Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.