MLILGB3LESL — MERRILL LYNCH INTERNATIONAL
MLILGB3LESL is the SWIFT/BIC code for MERRILL LYNCH INTERNATIONAL in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
MLILGB3LESL is the SWIFT/BIC code for MERRILL LYNCH INTERNATIONAL in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: MLILGB3L
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | MERRILL LYNCH INTERNATIONAL |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 3L |
| Branch | MERRILL LYNCH MLPFS (ESL) SUB-LEDGER |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code MLILGB3LESL belong to?
The SWIFT code MLILGB3LESL identifies MERRILL LYNCH INTERNATIONAL 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 MLILGB3LESL mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of MLILGB3LESL are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (MLIL) represent the bank code for MERRILL LYNCH INTERNATIONAL; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (3L) specify the location code; and the final characters (ESL) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code MLILGB3LESL active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) MLILGB3LESL is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '3L' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code MLILGB3L instead of MLILGB3LESL?
Yes. The 8-character code MLILGB3L represents the primary headquarters of MERRILL LYNCH INTERNATIONAL. The 11-character code MLILGB3LESL targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to MLILGB3L (or MLILGB3LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What routing networks operate with the MLILGB3LESL code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code MLILGB3LESL 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).