SWIFT/BIC code ATKCGB21XXX
ATKCGB21XXX belongs to Aitken Campbell in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ATKCGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ATKCGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Aitken Campbell |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Aitken Campbell SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ATKC 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code ATKCGB21XXX?
ATKCGB21XXX identifies the headquarters of Aitken Campbell in Glasgow, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Aitken Campbell.
Do I need ATKCGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need ATKCGB21XXX.
What do the letters in ATKCGB21XXX mean?
ATKC is the institution code of Aitken Campbell, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
How long does it take to send money to Aitken Campbell?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are ATKCGB21 and ATKCGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ATKCGB21 is the 8-character version of ATKCGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Aitken Campbell in Glasgow.
What is the best way to send money to Aitken Campbell?
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.