SWIFT/BIC code CIEUGB21XXX
CIEUGB21XXX belongs to Citifinancial Europe PLC in Reading, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIEUGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIEUGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Citifinancial Europe PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Reading |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Citifinancial Europe PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CIEU 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code CIEUGB21XXX?
The code CIEUGB21XXX belongs to the head office of Citifinancial Europe PLC in Reading, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Citifinancial Europe PLC.
What is the best way to send money to Citifinancial Europe PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in CIEUGB21XXX stand for?
CIEU is the institution code of Citifinancial Europe PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Do I need CIEUGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need CIEUGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Citifinancial Europe PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is CIEUGB21 and CIEUGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. CIEUGB21 is the short version of CIEUGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Citifinancial Europe PLC in Reading.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.