SWIFT/BIC code COMMGB3LXXX
COMMGB3LXXX belongs to Bank of Communications Co. LTD. London Branch in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMGB3LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMGB3L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Communications Co. LTD. London Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Communications Co. LTD. London Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COMM Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 3L 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code COMMGB3LXXX?
COMMGB3LXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Bank of Communications Co. LTD. London Branch in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bank of Communications Co. LTD. London Branch.
Is COMMGB3L and COMMGB3LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. COMMGB3L is the short version of COMMGB3LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Bank of Communications Co. LTD. London Branch in London.
Do I need COMMGB3LXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need COMMGB3LXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Communications Co. LTD. London Branch in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Communications Co. LTD. London Branch in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Bank of Communications Co. LTD. London Branch have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – COMMGB3LXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bank of Communications Co. LTD. London Branch in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.