SWIFT/BIC code BCGNGB21XXX
BCGNGB21XXX belongs to Bcp Geneva in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCGNGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCGNGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bcp Geneva |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 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 BCGNGB21XXX?
The code BCGNGB21XXX belongs to the head office of Bcp Geneva in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Bcp Geneva does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in BCGNGB21XXX mean?
BCGN is the institution code of Bcp Geneva, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I enter BCGNGB21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BCGNGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Has Bcp Geneva got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bcp Geneva in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Bcp Geneva.
Is BCGNGB21 and BCGNGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BCGNGB21 is the short version of BCGNGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Bcp Geneva in London.
Do I need BCGNGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BCGNGB21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.