MT 256 Field Specifications

6. Field 21E: Cheque Reference Number

FORMAT

Option E

35x

PRESENCE

Optional in mandatory sequence B

DEFINITION

This field contains the reference of the cheque, as generated by the beneficiary's financial institution.

USAGE RULES

This reference is usually the archive reference (microfilm) and is as such used as a link to the physical item.

This field must be quoted if it is present in the original cheque truncation message.