SWIFT/BIC code MLILGB3LSWI
MLILGB3LSWI belongs to Merrill Lynch International in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MLILGB3LSWI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MLILGB3L |
| Branch code | SWI |
| Bank | Merrill Lynch International |
| Branch | Spv Europe |
| 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.
- SWI 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MLILGB3LSWI?
MLILGB3LSWI is the SWIFT/BIC code of Spv Europe, a unit of Merrill Lynch International in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use MLILGB3LSWI incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MLILGB3LSWI with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of MLILGB3LSWI 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 SWI is the code of the branch Spv Europe.
Do I need MLILGB3LSWI to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MLILGB3LSWI.
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.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Merrill Lynch International?
Banks often add several percent 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.