SWIFT/BIC code METUIE21XXX
METUIE21XXX belongs to Mellifont Credit Union Limited in Drogheda, Ireland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | METUIE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | METUIE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Mellifont Credit Union Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Drogheda |
| Country | Ireland |
How the Mellifont Credit Union Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- METU Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IE 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code METUIE21XXX?
METUIE21XXX identifies the head office of Mellifont Credit Union Limited in Drogheda, Ireland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Mellifont Credit Union Limited.
What is the best way to send money to Mellifont Credit Union Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use METUIE21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check METUIE21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Does Mellifont Credit Union Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, METUIE21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Mellifont Credit Union Limited in Ireland, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are METUIE21 and METUIE21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. METUIE21 is the 8-character version of METUIE21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Mellifont Credit Union Limited in Drogheda.
Do I need METUIE21XXX to send euros to Ireland?
Ireland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need METUIE21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.