SWIFT/BIC code MLILGB2AMCS
MLILGB2AMCS belongs to Merrill Lynch International in Houston, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MLILGB2AMCS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MLILGB2A |
| Branch code | MCS |
| Bank | Merrill Lynch International |
| Branch | Ml Commodities Inc. |
| City | Houston |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Merrill Lynch International SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MLIL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2A Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- MCS 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 MLILGB2AMCS?
MLILGB2AMCS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ml Commodities Inc., part of Merrill Lynch International in Houston, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Merrill Lynch International?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of MLILGB2AMCS stand for?
MLIL is the bank code of Merrill Lynch International, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2A is the location code and MCS identifies the branch Ml Commodities Inc..
Can I use MLILGB2A instead of MLILGB2AMCS?
MLILGB2A is the head office of Merrill Lynch International, while MLILGB2AMCS points to Ml Commodities Inc.. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MLILGB2AMCS if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Merrill Lynch International in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MLILGB2AMCS to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MLILGB2AMCS.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.