SWIFT/BIC code ALUSGB21PTO
ALUSGB21PTO belongs to Altus Limited in Bath, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALUSGB21PTO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALUSGB21 |
| Branch code | PTO |
| Bank | Altus Limited |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bath |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Altus Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- PTO 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code ALUSGB21PTO?
ALUSGB21PTO is the SWIFT/BIC code of Altus Limited, a branch or department of Altus Limited in Bath, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Altus Limited in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ALUSGB21PTO 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 still need ALUSGB21PTO.
What does each part of ALUSGB21PTO mean?
ALUS is the institution code of Altus Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and PTO is the code of the branch Altus Limited.
What happens if I enter ALUSGB21PTO with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ALUSGB21PTO against the details from Altus Limited before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Altus Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.