SWIFT/BIC code ALPUGB21XXX
ALPUGB21XXX belongs to Allied Provincial Securities Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALPUGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALPUGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Allied Provincial Securities Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Allied Provincial Securities Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALPU 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 SWIFT/BIC code ALPUGB21XXX?
ALPUGB21XXX identifies the head office of Allied Provincial Securities Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Allied Provincial Securities Limited does not need a specific branch.
Do I need ALPUGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 ALPUGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Allied Provincial Securities Limited take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are ALPUGB21 and ALPUGB21XXX the same code?
Yes. ALPUGB21 is the 8-character version of ALPUGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Allied Provincial Securities Limited in London.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Allied Provincial Securities Limited in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
What happens if I use ALPUGB21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ALPUGB21XXX against the details from Allied Provincial Securities Limited before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.