SWIFT/BIC code MLESLUL1XXX

MLESLUL1XXX belongs to Merrill Lynch Equity S.a.r.l. in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.

MLESLUL1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMLESLUL1XXX
8-character codeMLESLUL1
Branch codeXXX
BankMerrill Lynch Equity S.a.r.l.
BranchHead office
CityLuxembourg
CountryLuxembourg

How the Merrill Lynch Equity S.a.r.l. SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

MLES Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
LU Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
L1 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 BIC MLESLUL1XXX?

MLESLUL1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Merrill Lynch Equity S.a.r.l. in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. Use it when you send money to an account at Merrill Lynch Equity S.a.r.l..

Do I need MLESLUL1XXX for a euro transfer to Luxembourg?

Luxembourg belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need MLESLUL1XXX.

How long does a transfer to Merrill Lynch Equity S.a.r.l. take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Is MLESLUL1 and MLESLUL1XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. MLESLUL1 is the 8-character version of MLESLUL1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Merrill Lynch Equity S.a.r.l. in Luxembourg.

What happens if I enter MLESLUL1XXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MLESLUL1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Merrill Lynch Equity S.a.r.l. in Luxembourg?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.