SWIFT/BIC code BBVAGB2LXXX
BBVAGB2LXXX belongs to Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A. in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BBVAGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BBVAGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BBVA 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
Which institution is behind BIC BBVAGB2LXXX?
The code BBVAGB2LXXX belongs to the main office of Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A. in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A. does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use BBVAGB2LXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BBVAGB2LXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of BBVAGB2LXXX stand for?
BBVA is the institution code of Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A., GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Do I need BBVAGB2LXXX 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. For other currencies you do need BBVAGB2LXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A.?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is BBVAGB2L and BBVAGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BBVAGB2L is the 8-character version of BBVAGB2LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A. in London.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.