SWIFT/BIC code BCGNGB21GEN
BCGNGB21GEN belongs to Bcp Geneva in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCGNGB21GEN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCGNGB21 |
| Branch code | GEN |
| Bank | Bcp Geneva |
| Branch | Gen |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bcp Geneva SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCGN 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.
- GEN 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 BIC BCGNGB21GEN?
BCGNGB21GEN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Gen, a unit of Bcp Geneva in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Bcp Geneva have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bcp Geneva in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use BCGNGB21 instead of BCGNGB21GEN?
BCGNGB21 points to the head office of Bcp Geneva, while BCGNGB21GEN points to Gen. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BCGNGB21GEN if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BCGNGB21GEN with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BCGNGB21GEN with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Bcp Geneva take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BCGNGB21GEN to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BCGNGB21GEN.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.