SWIFT/BIC code DNFBGB21XXX
DNFBGB21XXX belongs to Dunfermline Building Society in Dunfermline, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DNFBGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DNFBGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Dunfermline Building Society |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dunfermline |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Dunfermline Building Society SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- DNFB 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 BIC DNFBGB21XXX?
DNFBGB21XXX identifies the head office of Dunfermline Building Society in Dunfermline, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Dunfermline Building Society.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Dunfermline Building Society?
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.
Is DNFBGB21 and DNFBGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. DNFBGB21 is the short version of DNFBGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Dunfermline Building Society in Dunfermline.
What happens if I enter DNFBGB21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check DNFBGB21XXX against the details from Dunfermline Building Society before you confirm.
Do I need DNFBGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need DNFBGB21XXX.
What do the letters in DNFBGB21XXX stand for?
DNFB is the bank code of Dunfermline Building Society, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.