SWIFT/BIC code ALUSGB21PHP
ALUSGB21PHP belongs to Altus Limited in Bath, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALUSGB21PHP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALUSGB21 |
| Branch code | PHP |
| Bank | Altus Limited |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bath |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Altus Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALUS 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.
- PHP 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code ALUSGB21PHP?
ALUSGB21PHP is the SWIFT/BIC code of Altus Limited, part of Altus Limited in Bath, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter ALUSGB21PHP with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ALUSGB21PHP with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Altus Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use ALUSGB21 instead of ALUSGB21PHP?
ALUSGB21 is the head office of Altus Limited, while ALUSGB21PHP points to Altus Limited. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use ALUSGB21PHP if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in ALUSGB21PHP stand for?
ALUS is the bank code of Altus Limited, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and PHP is the code of the branch Altus Limited.
Do I need ALUSGB21PHP for a euro transfer 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 still need ALUSGB21PHP.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.