SWIFT/BIC code BSBLGB21XXX
BSBLGB21XXX belongs to Baring Sterling Bonds in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BSBLGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BSBLGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Baring Sterling Bonds |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Baring Sterling Bonds SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BSBL 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 BIC BSBLGB21XXX?
The code BSBLGB21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Baring Sterling Bonds in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Baring Sterling Bonds does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use BSBLGB21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BSBLGB21XXX against the details from Baring Sterling Bonds before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Baring Sterling Bonds in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BSBLGB21XXX mean?
BSBL is the bank code of Baring Sterling Bonds, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
How long does it take to send money to Baring Sterling Bonds?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BSBLGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of 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 BSBLGB21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.