SWIFT/BIC code CAPTGB2LSWI

CAPTGB2LSWI belongs to Capita PLC in London, United Kingdom.

CAPTGB2LSWI

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCAPTGB2LSWI
8-character codeCAPTGB2L
Branch codeSWI
BankCapita PLC
BranchCapita Europe (Swi
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
SWI 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CAPTGB2LSWI?

The code CAPTGB2LSWI belongs to Capita Europe (Swi, a unit of Capita PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Capita PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need CAPTGB2LSWI to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need CAPTGB2LSWI.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Capita PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter CAPTGB2LSWI with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CAPTGB2LSWI against the details from Capita PLC before sending.

What does each part of CAPTGB2LSWI stand for?

CAPT is the bank code of Capita PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and SWI is the code of the branch Capita Europe (Swi.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.