SWIFT/BIC code ABFDGB2LXXX
ABFDGB2LXXX belongs to Abf Investments PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABFDGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABFDGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Abf Investments PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Abf Investments PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABFD Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L 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 institution is behind BIC ABFDGB2LXXX?
ABFDGB2LXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Abf Investments PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Abf Investments PLC.
How long does a transfer to Abf Investments PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ABFDGB2LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need ABFDGB2LXXX.
Are ABFDGB2L and ABFDGB2LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ABFDGB2L is the 8-character version of ABFDGB2LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Abf Investments PLC in London.
What does each part of ABFDGB2LXXX mean?
ABFD is the bank code of Abf Investments PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Abf Investments PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.