SWIFT/BIC code MLEQAU2SXXX
MLEQAU2SXXX belongs to Merrill Lynch Equities (Australia) LTD in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MLEQAU2SXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MLEQAU2S |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Merrill Lynch Equities (Australia) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
The way the Merrill Lynch Equities (Australia) LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MLEQ Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2S 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 uses SWIFT code MLEQAU2SXXX?
The code MLEQAU2SXXX belongs to the headquarters of Merrill Lynch Equities (Australia) LTD in Sydney, Australia. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Merrill Lynch Equities (Australia) LTD.
Are MLEQAU2S and MLEQAU2SXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. MLEQAU2S is the 8-character version of MLEQAU2SXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Merrill Lynch Equities (Australia) LTD in Sydney.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Merrill Lynch Equities (Australia) LTD in Australia?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Australian Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use MLEQAU2SXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MLEQAU2SXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at Merrill Lynch Equities (Australia) LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MLEQAU2SXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of MLEQAU2SXXX stand for?
MLEQ is the institution code of Merrill Lynch Equities (Australia) LTD, AU is the ISO code of Australia, 2S is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.