SWIFT/BIC code BPCUGB21XXX
BPCUGB21XXX belongs to BNP Paribas Commodity Futures LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPCUGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPCUGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Commodity Futures LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the BNP Paribas Commodity Futures LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPCU Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 code BPCUGB21XXX?
The code BPCUGB21XXX belongs to the main office of BNP Paribas Commodity Futures LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to BNP Paribas Commodity Futures LTD does not need a specific branch.
Is BPCUGB21 and BPCUGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BPCUGB21 is the short version of BPCUGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to BNP Paribas Commodity Futures LTD in London.
Do I need BPCUGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BPCUGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Commodity Futures LTD in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of BPCUGB21XXX stand for?
BPCU is the institution code of BNP Paribas Commodity Futures LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What happens if I enter BPCUGB21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BPCUGB21XXX against the details from BNP Paribas Commodity Futures LTD before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.