MLILGB3LMLC — MERRILL LYNCH INTERNATIONAL
MLILGB3LMLC is the SWIFT/BIC code for MERRILL LYNCH INTERNATIONAL in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
MLILGB3LMLC 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 | MLICO BUSINESS |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code MLILGB3LMLC belong to?
The SWIFT code MLILGB3LMLC 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 MLILGB3LMLC mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of MLILGB3LMLC 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 (MLC) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code MLILGB3LMLC active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) MLILGB3LMLC 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 MLILGB3LMLC?
Yes. The 8-character code MLILGB3L represents the primary headquarters of MERRILL LYNCH INTERNATIONAL. The 11-character code MLILGB3LMLC 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 is the physical address of the bank registered to MLILGB3LMLC?
The physical address registered for MLILGB3LMLC is: MERRILL LYNCH FINANCIAL CENTRE, 2 KING EDWARD STREET, EC1A 1HQ, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the MLILGB3LMLC code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code MLILGB3LMLC 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).