SWIFT/BIC code MELNGB2CKAG
MELNGB2CKAG belongs to The Bank of New York Mellon in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELNGB2CKAG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELNGB2C |
| Branch code | KAG |
| Bank | The Bank of New York Mellon |
| Branch | Middle Office Client Service Delivery |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the The Bank of New York Mellon SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MELN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2C Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- KAG 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 uses SWIFT code MELNGB2CKAG?
MELNGB2CKAG identifies Middle Office Client Service Delivery, a branch or department of The Bank of New York Mellon in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to The Bank of New York Mellon in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in MELNGB2CKAG mean?
MELN is the bank code of The Bank of New York Mellon, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2C is the code for the city or region and KAG identifies the branch Middle Office Client Service Delivery.
How long does it take to send money to The Bank of New York Mellon?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need MELNGB2CKAG to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need MELNGB2CKAG.
Can I use MELNGB2C instead of MELNGB2CKAG?
MELNGB2C points to the main office of The Bank of New York Mellon, while MELNGB2CKAG is Middle Office Client Service Delivery. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MELNGB2CKAG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.