SWIFT/BIC code ALFRGB21XXX
ALFRGB21XXX belongs to Alfred Berg UK Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALFRGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALFRGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alfred Berg UK Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Alfred Berg UK Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALFR 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 bank uses SWIFT code ALFRGB21XXX?
ALFRGB21XXX identifies the headquarters of Alfred Berg UK Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Alfred Berg UK Limited.
What do the letters in ALFRGB21XXX stand for?
ALFR is the institution code of Alfred Berg UK Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Are ALFRGB21 and ALFRGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. ALFRGB21 is the 8-character version of ALFRGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Alfred Berg UK Limited in London.
How long does a transfer to Alfred Berg UK Limited take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ALFRGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need ALFRGB21XXX.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Alfred Berg UK Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check 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.