MELNGB2DNIM — THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON
MELNGB2DNIM is the SWIFT/BIC code for THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
MELNGB2DNIM is the SWIFT/BIC code for THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: MELNGB2D
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2D |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code MELNGB2DNIM belong to?
The SWIFT code MELNGB2DNIM identifies THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON 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 MELNGB2DNIM mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of MELNGB2DNIM are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (MELN) represent the bank code for THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2D) specify the location code; and the final characters (NIM) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code MELNGB2DNIM active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) MELNGB2DNIM is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2D' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code MELNGB2D instead of MELNGB2DNIM?
Yes. The 8-character code MELNGB2D represents the primary headquarters of THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON. The 11-character code MELNGB2DNIM targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to MELNGB2D (or MELNGB2DXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to MELNGB2DNIM?
The physical address registered for MELNGB2DNIM is: BNY MELLON CENTRE, 160 QUEEN VICTORIA STREET, EC4V 4LA, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the MELNGB2DNIM code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code MELNGB2DNIM 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).