SWIFT/BIC code MELNGB2XXXX
MELNGB2XXXX belongs to The Bank of New York Mellon in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELNGB2XXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELNGB2X |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | The Bank of New York Mellon |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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).
- 2X 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code MELNGB2XXXX?
MELNGB2XXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of The Bank of New York Mellon in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at The Bank of New York Mellon.
What happens if I use MELNGB2XXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MELNGB2XXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Has The Bank of New York Mellon got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 39 SWIFT/BIC codes for The Bank of New York Mellon in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in MELNGB2XXXX mean?
MELN is the bank code of The Bank of New York Mellon, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2X is the location code and XXX means the main office.
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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to The Bank of New York Mellon take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.