SWIFT/BIC code BAGIGB21XXX
BAGIGB21XXX belongs to Baillie Gifford and Co. in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BAGIGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BAGIGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Baillie Gifford and Co. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Baillie Gifford and Co. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BAGI 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 BAGIGB21XXX?
BAGIGB21XXX identifies the head office of Baillie Gifford and Co. in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Baillie Gifford and Co..
What do the letters in BAGIGB21XXX stand for?
BAGI is the institution code of Baillie Gifford and Co., GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does a transfer to Baillie Gifford and Co. take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BAGIGB21XXX 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 do need BAGIGB21XXX.
Is BAGIGB21 and BAGIGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BAGIGB21 is the 8-character version of BAGIGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Baillie Gifford and Co. in Edinburgh.
What happens if I use BAGIGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BAGIGB21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.