SWIFT/BIC code FOIDGB21XXX
FOIDGB21XXX belongs to Fortis Investment Advisors Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FOIDGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FOIDGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Fortis Investment Advisors Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Fortis Investment Advisors Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FOID 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 code FOIDGB21XXX?
FOIDGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Fortis Investment Advisors Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Fortis Investment Advisors Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use FOIDGB21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check FOIDGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Fortis Investment Advisors Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Is FOIDGB21 and FOIDGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. FOIDGB21 is the 8-character version of FOIDGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Fortis Investment Advisors Limited in London.
Do I need FOIDGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need FOIDGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Fortis Investment Advisors Limited?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.