SWIFT/BIC code FIRNGB31XXX
FIRNGB31XXX belongs to Firstrand Securities LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FIRNGB31XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FIRNGB31 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Firstrand Securities LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Firstrand Securities LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FIRN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 31 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 FIRNGB31XXX?
The code FIRNGB31XXX belongs to the headquarters of Firstrand Securities LTD in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Firstrand Securities LTD.
Does Firstrand Securities LTD use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, FIRNGB31XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Firstrand Securities LTD in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Are FIRNGB31 and FIRNGB31XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. FIRNGB31 is the 8-character version of FIRNGB31XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Firstrand Securities LTD in London.
What do the letters in FIRNGB31XXX stand for?
FIRN is the institution code of Firstrand Securities LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 31 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
How long does it take to send money to Firstrand Securities LTD?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use FIRNGB31XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check FIRNGB31XXX against the details from Firstrand Securities LTD before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.