BOFAGB22MET — BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.
BOFAGB22MET is the SWIFT/BIC code for BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
BOFAGB22MET is the SWIFT/BIC code for BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: BOFAGB22
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 22 |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code BOFAGB22MET belong to?
The SWIFT code BOFAGB22MET identifies BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. in LONDON, United Kingdom. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code BOFAGB22MET mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of BOFAGB22MET are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (BOFA) represent the bank code for BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (22) specify the location code; and the final characters (MET) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code BOFAGB22MET active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) BOFAGB22MET is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '22' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code BOFAGB22 instead of BOFAGB22MET?
Yes. The 8-character code BOFAGB22 represents the primary headquarters of BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.. The 11-character code BOFAGB22MET targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to BOFAGB22 (or BOFAGB22XXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to BOFAGB22MET?
The physical address registered for BOFAGB22MET is: FINANCIAL CENTER, 2 KING EDWARD ST, EC1A 1HQ, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the BOFAGB22MET code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code BOFAGB22MET is used for international inbound wire transfers in the United Kingdom. Domestic GBP clearings route via BACS, CHAPS and Faster Payments rather than SWIFT.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).