SWIFT/BIC code CFSNGB21XXX

CFSNGB21XXX belongs to Colonial First State International Assets in London, United Kingdom.

CFSNGB21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCFSNGB21XXX
8-character codeCFSNGB21
Branch codeXXX
BankColonial First State International Assets
BranchHead office
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Colonial First State International Assets SWIFT/BIC is structured

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

CFSN 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 BIC CFSNGB21XXX?

The code CFSNGB21XXX belongs to the main office of Colonial First State International Assets in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Colonial First State International Assets does not need a specific branch.

What happens if I enter CFSNGB21XXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CFSNGB21XXX with the recipient before sending.

Do I need CFSNGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need CFSNGB21XXX.

How long does a transfer to Colonial First State International Assets take in United Kingdom?

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

What is the best way to send money to Colonial First State International Assets in United Kingdom?

Banks often 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.

Is CFSNGB21 and CFSNGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. CFSNGB21 is the 8-character version of CFSNGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Colonial First State International Assets in London.

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