SWIFT/BIC code BKENGB2LXXX
BKENGB2LXXX belongs to Bank of England in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKENGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKENGB2L |
| 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).
- 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code BKENGB2LXXX?
BKENGB2LXXX identifies the head office of Bank of England in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of England.
What happens if I enter BKENGB2LXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKENGB2LXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Bank of England have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 9 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of England in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of England.
What do the letters in BKENGB2LXXX mean?
BKEN is the bank code of Bank of England, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of England?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BKENGB2LXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BKENGB2LXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.