SWIFT/BIC code EFGBGGSPXXX
EFGBGGSPXXX belongs to Efg Private Bank (Channel Islands) Limited in St. Peter Port, Guernsey.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EFGBGGSPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EFGBGGSP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Efg Private Bank (Channel Islands) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | St. Peter Port |
| Country | Guernsey |
The way the Efg Private Bank (Channel Islands) Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- EFGB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SP 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 BIC EFGBGGSPXXX?
The code EFGBGGSPXXX belongs to the main office of Efg Private Bank (Channel Islands) Limited in St. Peter Port, Guernsey. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Efg Private Bank (Channel Islands) Limited.
Are EFGBGGSP and EFGBGGSPXXX the same code?
Yes. EFGBGGSP is the 8-character version of EFGBGGSPXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Efg Private Bank (Channel Islands) Limited in St. Peter Port.
What do I need to send money to an account at Efg Private Bank (Channel Islands) Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code EFGBGGSPXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Guernsey is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in EFGBGGSPXXX mean?
EFGB is the institution code of Efg Private Bank (Channel Islands) Limited, GG stands for Guernsey, SP is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
How long does a transfer to Efg Private Bank (Channel Islands) Limited take in Guernsey?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Efg Private Bank (Channel Islands) Limited?
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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.