SWIFT/BIC code CEFCGB21XXX
CEFCGB21XXX belongs to Century Finance PLC in Wembley, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CEFCGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CEFCGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Century Finance PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Wembley |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Century Finance PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CEFC 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code CEFCGB21XXX?
CEFCGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Century Finance PLC in Wembley, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Century Finance PLC does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter CEFCGB21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CEFCGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Century Finance PLC use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CEFCGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Century Finance PLC in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are CEFCGB21 and CEFCGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. CEFCGB21 is the 8-character version of CEFCGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Century Finance PLC in Wembley.
Do I need CEFCGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CEFCGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Century Finance PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.