SWIFT/BIC code BACMGB2LXXX
BACMGB2LXXX belongs to British Arab Commercial Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BACMGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BACMGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | British Arab Commercial Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the British Arab Commercial Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BACM 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 uses SWIFT code BACMGB2LXXX?
BACMGB2LXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of British Arab Commercial Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at British Arab Commercial Bank PLC.
Is BACMGB2L and BACMGB2LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BACMGB2L is the short version of BACMGB2LXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to British Arab Commercial Bank PLC in London.
How long does it take to send money to British Arab Commercial Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BACMGB2LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BACMGB2LXXX.
Does British Arab Commercial Bank PLC have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BACMGB2LXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for British Arab Commercial Bank PLC in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter BACMGB2LXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BACMGB2LXXX against the details from British Arab Commercial Bank PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.