SWIFT/BIC code BRWEGB21XXX
BRWEGB21XXX belongs to Bristol and West PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BRWEGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BRWEGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bristol and West PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bristol |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bristol and West PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BRWE 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
Which institution uses SWIFT code BRWEGB21XXX?
The code BRWEGB21XXX belongs to the main office of Bristol and West PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bristol and West PLC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bristol and West PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Does Bristol and West PLC use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BRWEGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bristol and West PLC in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in BRWEGB21XXX stand for?
BRWE is the bank code of Bristol and West PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Are BRWEGB21 and BRWEGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BRWEGB21 is the 8-character version of BRWEGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bristol and West PLC in Bristol.
How long does it take to send money to Bristol and West PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.