SWIFT/BIC code CAPTGB2LGEN
CAPTGB2LGEN belongs to Capita PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CAPTGB2LGEN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CAPTGB2L |
| Branch code | GEN |
| Bank | Capita PLC |
| Branch | General Customer |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Capita PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CAPT 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.
- GEN 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code CAPTGB2LGEN?
The code CAPTGB2LGEN belongs to General Customer, a unit of Capita PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Capita PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 12 SWIFT/BIC codes for Capita PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter CAPTGB2LGEN incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CAPTGB2LGEN with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use CAPTGB2L instead of CAPTGB2LGEN?
CAPTGB2L points to the main office of Capita PLC, while CAPTGB2LGEN is General Customer. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CAPTGB2LGEN if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of CAPTGB2LGEN stand for?
CAPT is the institution code of Capita PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and GEN is the code of the department General Customer.
Do I need CAPTGB2LGEN for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need CAPTGB2LGEN.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.