SWIFT/BIC code BLBGGB2LAAB
BLBGGB2LAAB belongs to Bloomberg Lp in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BLBGGB2LAAB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BLBGGB2L |
| Branch code | AAB |
| Bank | Bloomberg Lp |
| Branch | — |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bloomberg Lp SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BLBG 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.
- AAB 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code BLBGGB2LAAB?
The code BLBGGB2LAAB belongs to Bloomberg Lp, a unit of Bloomberg Lp in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BLBGGB2LAAB with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BLBGGB2LAAB against the details from Bloomberg Lp before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Bloomberg Lp 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.
Do I need BLBGGB2LAAB to send euros 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 BLBGGB2LAAB.
How long does it take to send money to Bloomberg Lp?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use BLBGGB2L instead of BLBGGB2LAAB?
BLBGGB2L is the main office of Bloomberg Lp, while BLBGGB2LAAB is Bloomberg Lp. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BLBGGB2LAAB.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.