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SWIFT/BIC code BLBGGB5LXXX

BLBGGB5LXXX belongs to Bloomberg Lp in London, United Kingdom.

BLBGGB5LXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBLBGGB5LXXX
8-character codeBLBGGB5L
Branch codeXXX
BankBloomberg Lp
BranchHead office
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Bloomberg Lp SWIFT/BIC is built up

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).
5L 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BLBGGB5LXXX?

BLBGGB5LXXX identifies the main office of Bloomberg Lp in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Bloomberg Lp does not need a specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to Bloomberg Lp?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need BLBGGB5LXXX 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 BLBGGB5LXXX.

Are BLBGGB5L and BLBGGB5LXXX the same code?

Yes, they are. BLBGGB5L is the 8-character version of BLBGGB5LXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Bloomberg Lp in London.

What does each part of BLBGGB5LXXX mean?

BLBG is the institution code of Bloomberg Lp, GB stands for United Kingdom, 5L is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.

What happens if I enter BLBGGB5LXXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BLBGGB5LXXX with the recipient before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.