SWIFT/BIC code BGAMGB21XXX
BGAMGB21XXX belongs to Benfield Capital Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BGAMGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BGAMGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Benfield Capital Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Benfield Capital Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BGAM 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BGAMGB21XXX?
The code BGAMGB21XXX belongs to the main office of Benfield Capital Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Benfield Capital Limited does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in BGAMGB21XXX mean?
BGAM is the bank code of Benfield Capital Limited, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Is BGAMGB21 and BGAMGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BGAMGB21 is the 8-character version of BGAMGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Benfield Capital Limited in London.
How long does it take to send money to Benfield Capital Limited?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BGAMGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BGAMGB21XXX.
What is the best way to send money to Benfield Capital Limited in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.