SWIFT/BIC code AESUGB21XXX
AESUGB21XXX belongs to American Express Services Europe Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AESUGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AESUGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | American Express Services Europe Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the American Express Services Europe Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AESU 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 institution is behind BIC AESUGB21XXX?
AESUGB21XXX identifies the headquarters of American Express Services Europe Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at American Express Services Europe Limited.
What is the best way to send money to American Express Services Europe Limited?
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.
Does American Express Services Europe Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, AESUGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for American Express Services Europe Limited in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter AESUGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check AESUGB21XXX against the details from American Express Services Europe Limited before sending.
What do the letters in AESUGB21XXX stand for?
AESU is the institution code of American Express Services Europe Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does it take to send money to American Express Services Europe Limited in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.