SWIFT/BIC code CHBAGB2LXXX
CHBAGB2LXXX belongs to The Chiba Bank, LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CHBAGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CHBAGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | The Chiba Bank, LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the The Chiba Bank, LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CHBA 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 is behind BIC CHBAGB2LXXX?
The code CHBAGB2LXXX belongs to the main office of The Chiba Bank, LTD in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at The Chiba Bank, LTD.
How long does a transfer to The Chiba Bank, LTD take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CHBAGB2LXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need CHBAGB2LXXX.
Are CHBAGB2L and CHBAGB2LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. CHBAGB2L is the 8-character version of CHBAGB2LXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to The Chiba Bank, LTD in London.
What do the letters in CHBAGB2LXXX mean?
CHBA is the bank code of The Chiba Bank, LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I use CHBAGB2LXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CHBAGB2LXXX against the details from The Chiba Bank, LTD before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.