SWIFT/BIC code CAVSGB21XXX

CAVSGB21XXX belongs to Cave and Sons Limited in Northampton, United Kingdom.

CAVSGB21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCAVSGB21XXX
8-character codeCAVSGB21
Branch codeXXX
BankCave and Sons Limited
BranchHead office
CityNorthampton
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Cave and Sons Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

CAVS 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CAVSGB21XXX?

CAVSGB21XXX identifies the headquarters of Cave and Sons Limited in Northampton, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Cave and Sons Limited does not need a specific branch.

What does each part of CAVSGB21XXX stand for?

CAVS is the bank code of Cave and Sons Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.

Does Cave and Sons Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, CAVSGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Cave and Sons Limited in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Cave and Sons Limited?

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

Are CAVSGB21 and CAVSGB21XXX the same code?

Yes. CAVSGB21 is the 8-character version of CAVSGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Cave and Sons Limited in Northampton.

How long does it take to send money to Cave and Sons Limited?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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