SWIFT/BIC code ALSCGB21XXX
ALSCGB21XXX belongs to Alfa Capital Holdings (Cyprus) Limited, London Branch in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALSCGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALSCGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alfa Capital Holdings (Cyprus) Limited, London Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Alfa Capital Holdings (Cyprus) Limited, London Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALSC 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 ALSCGB21XXX?
The code ALSCGB21XXX belongs to the head office of Alfa Capital Holdings (Cyprus) Limited, London Branch in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Alfa Capital Holdings (Cyprus) Limited, London Branch does not need a specific branch.
Is ALSCGB21 and ALSCGB21XXX the same code?
Yes. ALSCGB21 is the 8-character version of ALSCGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Alfa Capital Holdings (Cyprus) Limited, London Branch in London.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Alfa Capital Holdings (Cyprus) Limited, London Branch in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Alfa Capital Holdings (Cyprus) Limited, London Branch take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ALSCGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need ALSCGB21XXX.
Does Alfa Capital Holdings (Cyprus) Limited, London Branch use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ALSCGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Alfa Capital Holdings (Cyprus) Limited, London Branch in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.