SWIFT/BIC code ESBSGB21XXX
ESBSGB21XXX belongs to Earl Shilton Building Society in Earl Shilton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESBSGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESBSGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Earl Shilton Building Society |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Earl Shilton |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Earl Shilton Building Society SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ESBS 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 ESBSGB21XXX?
The code ESBSGB21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Earl Shilton Building Society in Earl Shilton, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Earl Shilton Building Society.
What happens if I use ESBSGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ESBSGB21XXX against the details from Earl Shilton Building Society before you confirm.
Are ESBSGB21 and ESBSGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. ESBSGB21 is the short version of ESBSGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Earl Shilton Building Society in Earl Shilton.
How long does a transfer to Earl Shilton Building Society take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ESBSGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need ESBSGB21XXX.
Does Earl Shilton Building Society have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ESBSGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Earl Shilton Building Society in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.