SWIFT/BIC code COGSGB21XXX
COGSGB21XXX belongs to Company Guides Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COGSGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COGSGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Company Guides Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Company Guides Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COGS 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 SWIFT code COGSGB21XXX?
COGSGB21XXX identifies the main office of Company Guides Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Company Guides Limited.
What is the best way to send money to Company Guides Limited?
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 COGSGB21XXX stand for?
COGS is the bank code of Company Guides Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use COGSGB21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check COGSGB21XXX against the details from Company Guides Limited before sending.
Do I need COGSGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need COGSGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Company Guides Limited take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.