SWIFT/BIC code MLILGB3LCEL
MLILGB3LCEL belongs to Merrill Lynch International in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MLILGB3LCEL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MLILGB3L |
| Branch code | CEL |
| Bank | Merrill Lynch International |
| Branch | — |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Merrill Lynch International SWIFT/BIC is built up
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).
- 3L Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CEL 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 branch is behind SWIFT code MLILGB3LCEL?
MLILGB3LCEL identifies Merrill Lynch International, a unit of Merrill Lynch International in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Merrill Lynch International in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need MLILGB3LCEL to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MLILGB3LCEL.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Merrill Lynch International?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use MLILGB3L instead of MLILGB3LCEL?
MLILGB3L is the main office of Merrill Lynch International, while MLILGB3LCEL points to Merrill Lynch International. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MLILGB3LCEL if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in MLILGB3LCEL stand for?
MLIL is the institution code of Merrill Lynch International, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 3L is the code for the city or region and CEL identifies the department Merrill Lynch International.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.