SWIFT/BIC code ALESGB31MKT
ALESGB31MKT belongs to Arbuthnot Securities Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALESGB31MKT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALESGB31 |
| Branch code | MKT |
| Bank | Arbuthnot Securities Limited |
| Branch | Market Making Trading Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Arbuthnot Securities Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALES Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 31 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- MKT 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 uses BIC ALESGB31MKT?
The code ALESGB31MKT belongs to Market Making Trading Branch, a branch or department of Arbuthnot Securities Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter ALESGB31MKT incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ALESGB31MKT with the recipient before sending.
Do I need ALESGB31MKT for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need ALESGB31MKT.
How long does it take to send money to Arbuthnot Securities Limited?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Arbuthnot Securities Limited in United Kingdom?
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 Arbuthnot Securities Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Arbuthnot Securities Limited in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Arbuthnot Securities Limited.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.