SWIFT/BIC code CFILGB21001
CFILGB21001 belongs to Bgc International in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CFILGB21001 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CFILGB21 |
| Branch code | 001 |
| Bank | Bgc International |
| Branch | — |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bgc International SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CFIL 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.
- 001 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CFILGB21001?
CFILGB21001 identifies Bgc International, part of Bgc International in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need CFILGB21001 to send euros 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. If you send another currency you still need CFILGB21001.
How long does a transfer to Bgc International take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in CFILGB21001 stand for?
CFIL is the bank code of Bgc International, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 001 is the code of the branch Bgc International.
Has Bgc International got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bgc International in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bgc International.
What happens if I use CFILGB21001 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CFILGB21001 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.