SWIFT/BIC code ALKOGB21XXX
ALKOGB21XXX belongs to Oakbelt Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALKOGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALKOGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Oakbelt Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Oakbelt Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALKO 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 ALKOGB21XXX?
ALKOGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Oakbelt Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Oakbelt Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use ALKOGB21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ALKOGB21XXX against the details from Oakbelt Limited before you confirm.
What does each part of ALKOGB21XXX stand for?
ALKO is the institution code of Oakbelt Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Does Oakbelt Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ALKOGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Oakbelt Limited in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Do I need ALKOGB21XXX 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 ALKOGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Oakbelt Limited take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.