SWIFT/BIC code BABCGBA1XXX
BABCGBA1XXX belongs to Devonport Royal Dockyard Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BABCGBA1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BABCGBA1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Devonport Royal Dockyard Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Devonport Royal Dockyard Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BABC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- A1 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 code BABCGBA1XXX?
The code BABCGBA1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Devonport Royal Dockyard Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Devonport Royal Dockyard Limited does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in BABCGBA1XXX mean?
BABC is the institution code of Devonport Royal Dockyard Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, A1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Are BABCGBA1 and BABCGBA1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BABCGBA1 is the 8-character version of BABCGBA1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Devonport Royal Dockyard Limited in London.
Do I need BABCGBA1XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need BABCGBA1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Devonport Royal Dockyard Limited take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use BABCGBA1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BABCGBA1XXX against the details from Devonport Royal Dockyard Limited before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.