SWIFT/BIC code ALFCGB21XXX
ALFCGB21XXX belongs to Alderton Financial Services Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALFCGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALFCGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alderton Financial Services Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Alderton Financial Services Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALFC 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code ALFCGB21XXX?
The code ALFCGB21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Alderton Financial Services Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Alderton Financial Services Limited does not need a specific branch.
Does Alderton Financial Services Limited have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ALFCGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Alderton Financial Services Limited in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Alderton Financial Services Limited in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in ALFCGB21XXX mean?
ALFC is the bank code of Alderton Financial Services Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I enter ALFCGB21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ALFCGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Is ALFCGB21 and ALFCGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. ALFCGB21 is the short version of ALFCGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Alderton Financial Services Limited in London.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.