SWIFT/BIC code COSTGB21XXX
COSTGB21XXX belongs to Cost Nominees Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COSTGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COSTGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Cost Nominees Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Cost Nominees Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COST 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code COSTGB21XXX?
The code COSTGB21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Cost Nominees Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Cost Nominees Limited does not need a specific branch.
Does Cost Nominees Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – COSTGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Cost Nominees Limited in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Cost Nominees Limited in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Is COSTGB21 and COSTGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. COSTGB21 is the short version of COSTGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Cost Nominees Limited in London.
Do I need COSTGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need COSTGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Cost Nominees Limited?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.