SWIFT/BIC code BSCHGB2LXXX
BSCHGB2LXXX belongs to Banco Santander S.A. in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BSCHGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BSCHGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Santander S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Banco Santander S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BSCH 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.
- 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BSCHGB2LXXX?
BSCHGB2LXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Banco Santander S.A. in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Banco Santander S.A. does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Santander S.A.?
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 – the difference can be large.
Has Banco Santander S.A. got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco Santander S.A. in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Banco Santander S.A..
Do I need BSCHGB2LXXX to send euros 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 BSCHGB2LXXX.
How long does a transfer to Banco Santander S.A. take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is BSCHGB2L and BSCHGB2LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BSCHGB2L is the 8-character version of BSCHGB2LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Banco Santander S.A. in London.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.