SWIFT/BIC code FCBKGB2LXXX
FCBKGB2LXXX belongs to First Commercial Bank in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FCBKGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FCBKGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | First Commercial Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the First Commercial Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FCBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L 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 FCBKGB2LXXX?
The code FCBKGB2LXXX belongs to the headquarters of First Commercial Bank in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to First Commercial Bank does not need a specific branch.
Are FCBKGB2L and FCBKGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes. FCBKGB2L is the short version of FCBKGB2LXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to First Commercial Bank in London.
Do I need FCBKGB2LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need FCBKGB2LXXX.
How long does a transfer to First Commercial Bank take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does First Commercial Bank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, FCBKGB2LXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for First Commercial Bank in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to First Commercial Bank in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check 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.