SWIFT/BIC code ALLCGB21XXX
ALLCGB21XXX belongs to Alliancebernstein Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALLCGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALLCGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alliancebernstein Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Alliancebernstein Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALLC 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 uses BIC ALLCGB21XXX?
ALLCGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Alliancebernstein Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Alliancebernstein Limited.
What does each part of ALLCGB21XXX stand for?
ALLC is the bank code of Alliancebernstein Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Are ALLCGB21 and ALLCGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ALLCGB21 is the short version of ALLCGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Alliancebernstein Limited in London.
Do I need ALLCGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need ALLCGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Alliancebernstein Limited take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Alliancebernstein Limited in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services 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.