SWIFT/BIC code BUCKGBC1XXX
BUCKGBC1XXX belongs to Buckinghamshire Building Society in Chalfont St Giles, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BUCKGBC1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BUCKGBC1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Buckinghamshire Building Society |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Chalfont St Giles |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Buckinghamshire Building Society SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BUCK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- C1 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 uses SWIFT code BUCKGBC1XXX?
The code BUCKGBC1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Buckinghamshire Building Society in Chalfont St Giles, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Buckinghamshire Building Society.
What happens if I enter BUCKGBC1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BUCKGBC1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of BUCKGBC1XXX stand for?
BUCK is the bank code of Buckinghamshire Building Society, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, C1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Buckinghamshire Building Society?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Are BUCKGBC1 and BUCKGBC1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BUCKGBC1 is the short version of BUCKGBC1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Buckinghamshire Building Society in Chalfont St Giles.
Do I need BUCKGBC1XXX for a euro transfer 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. For other currencies you still need BUCKGBC1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.