SWIFT/BIC code ELGIGB21XXX
ELGIGB21XXX belongs to Elli Gifford in Colne, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ELGIGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ELGIGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Elli Gifford |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Colne |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Elli Gifford SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ELGI 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/BIC code ELGIGB21XXX?
ELGIGB21XXX identifies the main office of Elli Gifford in Colne, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Elli Gifford.
What happens if I use ELGIGB21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ELGIGB21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Do I need ELGIGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need ELGIGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Elli Gifford take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is ELGIGB21 and ELGIGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. ELGIGB21 is the 8-character version of ELGIGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Elli Gifford in Colne.
What do the letters in ELGIGB21XXX stand for?
ELGI is the bank code of Elli Gifford, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.