SWIFT/BIC code MERLGB21XXX
MERLGB21XXX belongs to Merrill Lynch Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MERLGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MERLGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Merrill Lynch Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Merrill Lynch Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MERL 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.
- 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 SWIFT code MERLGB21XXX?
The code MERLGB21XXX belongs to the main office of Merrill Lynch Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Merrill Lynch Limited does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in MERLGB21XXX mean?
MERL is the bank code of Merrill Lynch Limited, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Does Merrill Lynch Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – MERLGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Merrill Lynch Limited in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Do I need MERLGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need MERLGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Merrill Lynch Limited?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are MERLGB21 and MERLGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. MERLGB21 is the 8-character version of MERLGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Merrill Lynch Limited in London.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.