SWIFT/BIC code ANMEGB21XXX
ANMEGB21XXX belongs to Anz Bank (Europe) Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ANMEGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ANMEGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Anz Bank (Europe) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Anz Bank (Europe) Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ANME 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
What bank uses BIC ANMEGB21XXX?
The code ANMEGB21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Anz Bank (Europe) Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Anz Bank (Europe) Limited does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in ANMEGB21XXX stand for?
ANME is the bank code of Anz Bank (Europe) Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Are ANMEGB21 and ANMEGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ANMEGB21 is the short version of ANMEGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Anz Bank (Europe) Limited in London.
What is the best way to send money to Anz Bank (Europe) Limited in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Anz Bank (Europe) Limited?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ANMEGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need ANMEGB21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.