SWIFT/BIC code BCGNGB21LON
BCGNGB21LON belongs to Bcp Geneva in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCGNGB21LON |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCGNGB21 |
| Branch code | LON |
| Bank | Bcp Geneva |
| Branch | Lon |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bcp Geneva SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- LON 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code BCGNGB21LON?
BCGNGB21LON is the SWIFT/BIC code of Lon, a branch or department of Bcp Geneva in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BCGNGB21 instead of BCGNGB21LON?
BCGNGB21 is the main office of Bcp Geneva, while BCGNGB21LON is Lon. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCGNGB21LON.
What do the letters in BCGNGB21LON mean?
BCGN is the institution code of Bcp Geneva, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and LON identifies the branch Lon.
Has Bcp Geneva got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bcp Geneva in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use BCGNGB21LON incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BCGNGB21LON against the details from Bcp Geneva before you confirm.
Do I need BCGNGB21LON to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BCGNGB21LON.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.