SWIFT/BIC code ALBLGB2LXXX
ALBLGB2LXXX belongs to Alpha Bank London Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALBLGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALBLGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alpha Bank London Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Alpha Bank London Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALBL 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
What bank uses BIC ALBLGB2LXXX?
ALBLGB2LXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Alpha Bank London Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Alpha Bank London Limited.
Does Alpha Bank London Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ALBLGB2LXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Alpha Bank London Limited in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Alpha Bank London Limited in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need ALBLGB2LXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need ALBLGB2LXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Alpha Bank London Limited in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is ALBLGB2L and ALBLGB2LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ALBLGB2L is the 8-character version of ALBLGB2LXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Alpha Bank London Limited in London.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.