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SWIFT/BIC code ALTSGB31XXX

ALTSGB31XXX belongs to Alliance Trust Savings Limited in Dundee, United Kingdom.

ALTSGB31XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeALTSGB31XXX
8-character codeALTSGB31
Branch codeXXX
BankAlliance Trust Savings Limited
BranchHead office
CityDundee
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Alliance Trust Savings Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

ALTS Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
GB Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
31 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

What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code ALTSGB31XXX?

ALTSGB31XXX identifies the headquarters of Alliance Trust Savings Limited in Dundee, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Alliance Trust Savings Limited does not need a specific branch.

Do I need ALTSGB31XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need ALTSGB31XXX.

How long does it take to send money to Alliance Trust Savings Limited?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Is ALTSGB31 and ALTSGB31XXX the same code?

Yes. ALTSGB31 is the 8-character version of ALTSGB31XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Alliance Trust Savings Limited in Dundee.

What is the best way to send money to Alliance Trust Savings Limited?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I use ALTSGB31XXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ALTSGB31XXX against the details from Alliance Trust Savings Limited before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.