SWIFT/BIC code BCEYGB2LXXX
BCEYGB2LXXX belongs to Bank of Ceylon (UK) LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCEYGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCEYGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Ceylon (UK) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Ceylon (UK) LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCEY 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 SWIFT/BIC code BCEYGB2LXXX?
The code BCEYGB2LXXX belongs to the head office of Bank of Ceylon (UK) LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Bank of Ceylon (UK) LTD does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter BCEYGB2LXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BCEYGB2LXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Bank of Ceylon (UK) LTD use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BCEYGB2LXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Bank of Ceylon (UK) LTD in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Is BCEYGB2L and BCEYGB2LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BCEYGB2L is the 8-character version of BCEYGB2LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Bank of Ceylon (UK) LTD in London.
Do I need BCEYGB2LXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BCEYGB2LXXX.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Ceylon (UK) LTD take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.