SWIFT/BIC code ALLIGB21XXX
ALLIGB21XXX belongs to Alliance Trust PLC in Dundee, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALLIGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALLIGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alliance Trust PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dundee |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Alliance Trust PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALLI 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 ALLIGB21XXX?
ALLIGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Alliance Trust PLC in Dundee, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Alliance Trust PLC.
What is the best way to send money to Alliance Trust PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Is ALLIGB21 and ALLIGB21XXX the same code?
Yes. ALLIGB21 is the 8-character version of ALLIGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Alliance Trust PLC in Dundee.
How long does it take to send money to Alliance Trust PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ALLIGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need ALLIGB21XXX.
What happens if I use ALLIGB21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ALLIGB21XXX against the details from Alliance Trust PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.