SWIFT/BIC code MLPEFRP1XXX
MLPEFRP1XXX belongs to Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner Smith SA in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MLPEFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MLPEFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner Smith SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner Smith SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MLPE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code MLPEFRP1XXX?
MLPEFRP1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner Smith SA in Paris, France. Use it when you send money to an account at Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner Smith SA.
What happens if I use MLPEFRP1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MLPEFRP1XXX against the details from Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner Smith SA before you confirm.
What do the letters in MLPEFRP1XXX mean?
MLPE is the bank code of Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner Smith SA, FR stands for France, P1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Is MLPEFRP1 and MLPEFRP1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. MLPEFRP1 is the 8-character version of MLPEFRP1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner Smith SA in Paris.
How long does a transfer to Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner Smith SA take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MLPEFRP1XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MLPEFRP1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.