SWIFT/BIC code MLILGB3LMED
MLILGB3LMED belongs to Merrill Lynch International in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MLILGB3LMED |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MLILGB3L |
| Branch code | MED |
| Bank | Merrill Lynch International |
| Branch | Mli Equity Derivatives |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Merrill Lynch International SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- MED 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/BIC code MLILGB3LMED?
MLILGB3LMED is the SWIFT/BIC code of Mli Equity Derivatives, a unit of Merrill Lynch International in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use MLILGB3LMED with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MLILGB3LMED against the details from Merrill Lynch International before sending.
Can I use MLILGB3L instead of MLILGB3LMED?
MLILGB3L points to the main office of Merrill Lynch International, while MLILGB3LMED points to Mli Equity Derivatives. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MLILGB3LMED if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need MLILGB3LMED 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 MLILGB3LMED.
How long does it take to send money to Merrill Lynch International?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.