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SWIFT/BIC code ALUSGB21PVW

ALUSGB21PVW belongs to Altus Limited in Bath, United Kingdom.

ALUSGB21PVW

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeALUSGB21PVW
8-character codeALUSGB21
Branch codePVW
BankAltus Limited
Branch—
CityBath
CountryUnited 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.
PVW 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 branch is behind BIC ALUSGB21PVW?

ALUSGB21PVW identifies Altus Limited, a unit of Altus Limited in Bath, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to Altus Limited in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent 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.

Do I need ALUSGB21PVW to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need ALUSGB21PVW.

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. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What happens if I enter ALUSGB21PVW with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ALUSGB21PVW against the details from Altus Limited before sending.

What do the letters in ALUSGB21PVW mean?

ALUS is the institution code of Altus Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and PVW is the code of the department Altus Limited.

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