SWIFT/BIC code CBRLGB2LXXX

CBRLGB2LXXX belongs to Close Brothers Limited in London, United Kingdom.

CBRLGB2LXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCBRLGB2LXXX
8-character codeCBRLGB2L
Branch codeXXX
BankClose Brothers Limited
BranchHead office
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Close Brothers Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured

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

CBRL 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

What bank uses SWIFT code CBRLGB2LXXX?

The code CBRLGB2LXXX belongs to the main office of Close Brothers Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Close Brothers Limited does not need a specific branch.

Is CBRLGB2L and CBRLGB2LXXX the same code?

Yes, they are. CBRLGB2L is the short version of CBRLGB2LXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Close Brothers Limited in London.

How long does a transfer to Close Brothers Limited take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need CBRLGB2LXXX 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 do need CBRLGB2LXXX.

What do the letters in CBRLGB2LXXX stand for?

CBRL is the institution code of Close Brothers Limited, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.

What is the best way to send money to Close Brothers Limited in United Kingdom?

Many banks 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.

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