SWIFT/BIC code CMCIGB2LXXX
CMCIGB2LXXX belongs to Credit Industriel et Commercial - London Branch in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMCIGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMCIGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Credit Industriel et Commercial - London Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Credit Industriel et Commercial - London Branch SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CMCI 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
Which bank is behind BIC CMCIGB2LXXX?
CMCIGB2LXXX identifies the head office of Credit Industriel et Commercial - London Branch in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Credit Industriel et Commercial - London Branch does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Credit Industriel et Commercial - London Branch in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Is CMCIGB2L and CMCIGB2LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. CMCIGB2L is the 8-character version of CMCIGB2LXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Credit Industriel et Commercial - London Branch in London.
How long does a transfer to Credit Industriel et Commercial - London Branch take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CMCIGB2LXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CMCIGB2LXXX.
What does each part of CMCIGB2LXXX stand for?
CMCI is the institution code of Credit Industriel et Commercial - London Branch, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.