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SWIFT/BIC code MLILGB3LSPV

MLILGB3LSPV belongs to Merrill Lynch International in London, United Kingdom.

MLILGB3LSPV

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMLILGB3LSPV
8-character codeMLILGB3L
Branch codeSPV
BankMerrill Lynch International
BranchSpecial Purpose Vehicle
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
SPV 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code MLILGB3LSPV?

The code MLILGB3LSPV belongs to Special Purpose Vehicle, a unit of Merrill Lynch International in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use MLILGB3L instead of MLILGB3LSPV?

MLILGB3L is the main office of Merrill Lynch International, while MLILGB3LSPV is Special Purpose Vehicle. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MLILGB3LSPV if the recipient asks for it.

Has Merrill Lynch International got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 50 SWIFT/BIC codes for Merrill Lynch International in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What do the letters in MLILGB3LSPV 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 SPV identifies the department Special Purpose Vehicle.

What happens if I enter MLILGB3LSPV with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MLILGB3LSPV with the recipient before you confirm.

How long does a transfer to Merrill Lynch International take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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