SWIFT/BIC code ECOIGB21XXX
ECOIGB21XXX belongs to Ecofin Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECOIGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECOIGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ecofin Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Ecofin Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ECOI 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 is behind BIC ECOIGB21XXX?
ECOIGB21XXX identifies the head office of Ecofin Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Ecofin Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use ECOIGB21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ECOIGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Ecofin Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ECOIGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Ecofin Limited in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
What does each part of ECOIGB21XXX mean?
ECOI is the institution code of Ecofin Limited, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Is ECOIGB21 and ECOIGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. ECOIGB21 is the 8-character version of ECOIGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Ecofin Limited in London.
Do I need ECOIGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need ECOIGB21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.