SWIFT/BIC code MRLLCNS1XXX
MRLLCNS1XXX belongs to Merrill Lynch in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MRLLCNS1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MRLLCNS1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Merrill Lynch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
How the Merrill Lynch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MRLL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code MRLLCNS1XXX?
MRLLCNS1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Merrill Lynch in Shanghai, China. It is the code to use when a payment to Merrill Lynch does not need a specific branch.
Is MRLLCNS1 and MRLLCNS1XXX the same code?
Yes. MRLLCNS1 is the short version of MRLLCNS1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Merrill Lynch in Shanghai.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Merrill Lynch?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Merrill Lynch have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – MRLLCNS1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Merrill Lynch in China, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use MRLLCNS1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MRLLCNS1XXX against the details from Merrill Lynch before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Merrill Lynch take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.