SWIFT/BIC code BEKFGB21XXX
BEKFGB21XXX belongs to Berkeley Futures Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BEKFGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BEKFGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Berkeley Futures Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Berkeley Futures Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BEKF 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 SWIFT code BEKFGB21XXX?
BEKFGB21XXX identifies the head office of Berkeley Futures Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Berkeley Futures Limited does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of BEKFGB21XXX stand for?
BEKF is the bank code of Berkeley Futures Limited, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Berkeley Futures Limited in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need BEKFGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BEKFGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Berkeley Futures Limited?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are BEKFGB21 and BEKFGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BEKFGB21 is the short version of BEKFGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Berkeley Futures Limited in London.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.