SWIFT/BIC code CITTGB2LELA
CITTGB2LELA belongs to Citibank Europe PLC UK Branch in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CITTGB2LELA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CITTGB2L |
| Branch code | ELA |
| Bank | Citibank Europe PLC UK Branch |
| Branch | European Loans Agency |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Citibank Europe PLC UK Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CITT 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.
- ELA 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code CITTGB2LELA?
The code CITTGB2LELA belongs to European Loans Agency, a unit of Citibank Europe PLC UK Branch in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter CITTGB2LELA incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CITTGB2LELA against the details from Citibank Europe PLC UK Branch before sending.
Has Citibank Europe PLC UK Branch got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for Citibank Europe PLC UK Branch in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Citibank Europe PLC UK Branch?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use CITTGB2L instead of CITTGB2LELA?
CITTGB2L is the head office of Citibank Europe PLC UK Branch, while CITTGB2LELA points to European Loans Agency. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CITTGB2LELA.
What do the letters in CITTGB2LELA stand for?
CITT is the bank code of Citibank Europe PLC UK Branch, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and ELA identifies the department European Loans Agency.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.