SWIFT/BIC code MLILGB3LCLD
MLILGB3LCLD belongs to Merrill Lynch International in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MLILGB3LCLD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MLILGB3L |
| Branch code | CLD |
| Bank | Merrill Lynch International |
| Branch | — |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- CLD 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 BIC MLILGB3LCLD?
MLILGB3LCLD is the SWIFT/BIC code of Merrill Lynch International, part of Merrill Lynch International in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need MLILGB3LCLD for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need MLILGB3LCLD.
How long does it take to send money to Merrill Lynch International?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use MLILGB3L instead of MLILGB3LCLD?
MLILGB3L is the head office of Merrill Lynch International, while MLILGB3LCLD is Merrill Lynch International. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MLILGB3LCLD.
What happens if I use MLILGB3LCLD incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MLILGB3LCLD against the details from Merrill Lynch International before you confirm.
What does each part of MLILGB3LCLD stand for?
MLIL is the bank code of Merrill Lynch International, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 3L is the code for the city or region and CLD is the code of 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.