SWIFT/BIC code DEFLGB2LGCS
DEFLGB2LGCS belongs to Sumitomo Mitsui Trust (UK) Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DEFLGB2LGCS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DEFLGB2L |
| Branch code | GCS |
| Bank | Sumitomo Mitsui Trust (UK) Limited |
| Branch | Custody Department |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Sumitomo Mitsui Trust (UK) Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- DEFL 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.
- GCS 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 branch is behind BIC DEFLGB2LGCS?
DEFLGB2LGCS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Custody Department, a branch or department of Sumitomo Mitsui Trust (UK) Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use DEFLGB2LGCS with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check DEFLGB2LGCS with the recipient before sending.
Do I need DEFLGB2LGCS for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need DEFLGB2LGCS.
How long does a transfer to Sumitomo Mitsui Trust (UK) Limited take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has Sumitomo Mitsui Trust (UK) Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Sumitomo Mitsui Trust (UK) Limited in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Sumitomo Mitsui Trust (UK) Limited.
What is the best way to send money to Sumitomo Mitsui Trust (UK) Limited in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.