SWIFT/BIC code FORGGB21XXX
FORGGB21XXX belongs to Swedbank AB in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FORGGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FORGGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Swedbank AB |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Swedbank AB SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FORG 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code FORGGB21XXX?
FORGGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Swedbank AB in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Swedbank AB.
Does Swedbank AB have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Swedbank AB in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of FORGGB21XXX stand for?
FORG is the bank code of Swedbank AB, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Do I need FORGGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need FORGGB21XXX.
What happens if I use FORGGB21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check FORGGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Swedbank AB?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.