SWIFT/BIC code ASBRGB21XXX
ASBRGB21XXX belongs to Asian-British Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ASBRGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ASBRGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Asian-British Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Asian-British Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ASBR 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
Which bank is behind BIC ASBRGB21XXX?
ASBRGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Asian-British Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Asian-British Bank PLC does not need a specific branch.
Are ASBRGB21 and ASBRGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. ASBRGB21 is the 8-character version of ASBRGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Asian-British Bank PLC in London.
Do I need ASBRGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need ASBRGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Asian-British Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in ASBRGB21XXX stand for?
ASBR is the bank code of Asian-British Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I use ASBRGB21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ASBRGB21XXX against the details from Asian-British Bank PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.