SWIFT/BIC code BCSNGB21XXX
BCSNGB21XXX belongs to Bny Mellon Services Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCSNGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCSNGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bny Mellon Services Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bny Mellon Services Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCSN 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 bank uses SWIFT code BCSNGB21XXX?
BCSNGB21XXX identifies the main office of Bny Mellon Services Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Bny Mellon Services Limited does not need a specific branch.
Do I need BCSNGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BCSNGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Bny Mellon Services Limited take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are BCSNGB21 and BCSNGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BCSNGB21 is the 8-character version of BCSNGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Bny Mellon Services Limited in London.
What happens if I use BCSNGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BCSNGB21XXX against the details from Bny Mellon Services Limited before you confirm.
Does Bny Mellon Services Limited have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BCSNGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bny Mellon Services Limited in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.