SWIFT/BIC code BAVCGB21XXX

BAVCGB21XXX belongs to Baronsmead Vcts in London, United Kingdom.

BAVCGB21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBAVCGB21XXX
8-character codeBAVCGB21
Branch codeXXX
BankBaronsmead Vcts
BranchHead office
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Baronsmead Vcts SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

BAVC 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 BAVCGB21XXX?

The code BAVCGB21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Baronsmead Vcts in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Baronsmead Vcts.

How long does it take to send money to Baronsmead Vcts in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need BAVCGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BAVCGB21XXX.

Are BAVCGB21 and BAVCGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. BAVCGB21 is the short version of BAVCGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Baronsmead Vcts in London.

Does Baronsmead Vcts have a single SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – BAVCGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Baronsmead Vcts in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Baronsmead Vcts in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.