SWIFT/BIC code BESCGB2LXXX
BESCGB2LXXX belongs to Novo Banco, SA, London Branch in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BESCGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BESCGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Novo Banco, SA, London Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Novo Banco, SA, London Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BESC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L 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 is behind SWIFT code BESCGB2LXXX?
BESCGB2LXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Novo Banco, SA, London Branch in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Novo Banco, SA, London Branch does not need a specific branch.
Do I need BESCGB2LXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BESCGB2LXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Novo Banco, SA, London Branch?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are BESCGB2L and BESCGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes. BESCGB2L is the short version of BESCGB2LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Novo Banco, SA, London Branch in London.
Does Novo Banco, SA, London Branch use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BESCGB2LXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Novo Banco, SA, London Branch in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter BESCGB2LXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BESCGB2LXXX against the details from Novo Banco, SA, London Branch before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.