SWIFT/BIC code ABBEGB21XXX
ABBEGB21XXX belongs to Abbey Life in Bournemouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABBEGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABBEGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Abbey Life |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bournemouth |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Abbey Life SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABBE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code ABBEGB21XXX?
ABBEGB21XXX identifies the headquarters of Abbey Life in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Abbey Life.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Abbey Life?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Abbey Life use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ABBEGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Abbey Life in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does a transfer to Abbey Life take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ABBEGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need ABBEGB21XXX.
Is ABBEGB21 and ABBEGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. ABBEGB21 is the short version of ABBEGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Abbey Life in Bournemouth.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.