SWIFT/BIC code BIFVGB21XXX
BIFVGB21XXX belongs to Bisys Fund Services Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BIFVGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BIFVGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bisys Fund Services Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bisys Fund Services Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BIFV 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 BIC BIFVGB21XXX?
BIFVGB21XXX identifies the main office of Bisys Fund Services Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bisys Fund Services Limited.
Are BIFVGB21 and BIFVGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BIFVGB21 is the short version of BIFVGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Bisys Fund Services Limited in London.
How long does it take to send money to Bisys Fund Services Limited?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BIFVGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BIFVGB21XXX.
What happens if I use BIFVGB21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BIFVGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in BIFVGB21XXX mean?
BIFV is the institution code of Bisys Fund Services Limited, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.