SWIFT/BIC code BKENGB24XXX
BKENGB24XXX belongs to Bank of England in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKENGB24XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKENGB24 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of England |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of England SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKEN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 24 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 uses SWIFT code BKENGB24XXX?
BKENGB24XXX identifies the main office of Bank of England in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Bank of England does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter BKENGB24XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKENGB24XXX against the details from Bank of England before sending.
Is BKENGB24 and BKENGB24XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BKENGB24 is the 8-character version of BKENGB24XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Bank of England in London.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of England?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BKENGB24XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BKENGB24XXX.
Does Bank of England have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 9 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of England in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of England.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.