SWIFT/BIC code ARABGB2LXXX
ARABGB2LXXX belongs to Europe Arab Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Europe Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Europe Arab Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ARAB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code ARABGB2LXXX?
The code ARABGB2LXXX belongs to the head office of Europe Arab Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Europe Arab Bank PLC.
Do I need ARABGB2LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need ARABGB2LXXX.
How long does a transfer to Europe Arab Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is ARABGB2L and ARABGB2LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ARABGB2L is the 8-character version of ARABGB2LXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Europe Arab Bank PLC in London.
What happens if I enter ARABGB2LXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ARABGB2LXXX with the recipient before sending.
Does Europe Arab Bank PLC use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ARABGB2LXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Europe Arab Bank PLC in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.