SWIFT/BIC code CWGSGB21XXX
CWGSGB21XXX belongs to Cibc World Markets Inc in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CWGSGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CWGSGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Cibc World Markets Inc |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Cibc World Markets Inc SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CWGS 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
What bank uses SWIFT code CWGSGB21XXX?
CWGSGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Cibc World Markets Inc in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Cibc World Markets Inc does not need a specific branch.
Does Cibc World Markets Inc use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CWGSGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Cibc World Markets Inc in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use CWGSGB21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CWGSGB21XXX against the details from Cibc World Markets Inc before you confirm.
Do I need CWGSGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need CWGSGB21XXX.
What do the letters in CWGSGB21XXX mean?
CWGS is the institution code of Cibc World Markets Inc, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
How long does a transfer to Cibc World Markets Inc take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next 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.