SWIFT/BIC code EFDSGB21XXX
EFDSGB21XXX belongs to European Financial Data Services Limited in Brentwood, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EFDSGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EFDSGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | European Financial Data Services Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brentwood |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the European Financial Data Services Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- EFDS 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 institution uses SWIFT code EFDSGB21XXX?
EFDSGB21XXX identifies the head office of European Financial Data Services Limited in Brentwood, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to European Financial Data Services Limited does not need a specific branch.
Are EFDSGB21 and EFDSGB21XXX the same code?
Yes. EFDSGB21 is the 8-character version of EFDSGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to European Financial Data Services Limited in Brentwood.
Do I need EFDSGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need EFDSGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to European Financial Data Services Limited take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use EFDSGB21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check EFDSGB21XXX against the details from European Financial Data Services Limited before you confirm.
What does each part of EFDSGB21XXX mean?
EFDS is the institution code of European Financial Data Services Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code 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.