MLICUS33JPN — METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE CO
MLICUS33JPN is the SWIFT/BIC code for METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE CO in NEW YORK, NY, United States — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
MLICUS33JPN is the SWIFT/BIC code for METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE CO in NEW YORK, NY, United States. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: MLICUS33
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE CO |
| Country | United States (US) |
| Location Code | 33 |
| Branch | METLIFE JAPAN |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code MLICUS33JPN belong to?
The SWIFT code MLICUS33JPN identifies METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE CO in NEW YORK, NY, United States. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code MLICUS33JPN mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of MLICUS33JPN are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (MLIC) represent the bank code for METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE CO; characters 5-6 (US) indicate the country code for United States; characters 7-8 (33) specify the location code; and the final characters (JPN) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code MLICUS33JPN active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) MLICUS33JPN is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '33' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code MLICUS33 instead of MLICUS33JPN?
Yes. The 8-character code MLICUS33 represents the primary headquarters of METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE CO. The 11-character code MLICUS33JPN targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to MLICUS33 (or MLICUS33XXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to MLICUS33JPN?
The physical address registered for MLICUS33JPN is: 22401, NEW YORK, NY, United States. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the MLICUS33JPN code in United States?
The SWIFT code MLICUS33JPN is used for international inbound wire transfers in the United States. US domestic transfers use 9-digit ABA routing numbers for ACH and Fedwire.
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).