SWIFT/BIC code MELMAU31XXX
MELMAU31XXX belongs to Merrill Lynch (Australia) Pty LTD in Melbourne, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELMAU31XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELMAU31 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Merrill Lynch (Australia) Pty LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Melbourne |
| Country | Australia |
How the Merrill Lynch (Australia) Pty LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MELM Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 31 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 institution is behind BIC MELMAU31XXX?
The code MELMAU31XXX belongs to the headquarters of Merrill Lynch (Australia) Pty LTD in Melbourne, Australia. Use it when a payment to Merrill Lynch (Australia) Pty LTD does not need a specific branch.
Does Merrill Lynch (Australia) Pty LTD use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – MELMAU31XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Merrill Lynch (Australia) Pty LTD in Australia, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Merrill Lynch (Australia) Pty LTD in Australia?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
What happens if I use MELMAU31XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MELMAU31XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Is MELMAU31 and MELMAU31XXX the same code?
Yes. MELMAU31 is the short version of MELMAU31XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Merrill Lynch (Australia) Pty LTD in Melbourne.
What do I need to send money to an account at Merrill Lynch (Australia) Pty LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MELMAU31XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Australia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.