SWIFT/BIC code BLBGGB2LAAE
BLBGGB2LAAE belongs to Bloomberg Lp in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BLBGGB2LAAE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BLBGGB2L |
| Branch code | AAE |
| Bank | Bloomberg Lp |
| Branch | — |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bloomberg Lp SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- AAE 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BLBGGB2LAAE?
BLBGGB2LAAE is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bloomberg Lp, part of Bloomberg Lp in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BLBGGB2LAAE stand for?
BLBG is the bank code of Bloomberg Lp, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and AAE is the code of the branch Bloomberg Lp.
Can I use BLBGGB2L instead of BLBGGB2LAAE?
BLBGGB2L is the main office of Bloomberg Lp, while BLBGGB2LAAE is Bloomberg Lp. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BLBGGB2LAAE if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bloomberg Lp take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BLBGGB2LAAE for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 BLBGGB2LAAE.
What is the best way to send money to Bloomberg Lp?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.