SWIFT/BIC code FOSUGB21XXX
FOSUGB21XXX belongs to Forte Securities Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FOSUGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FOSUGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Forte Securities Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Forte Securities Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FOSU 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 is behind SWIFT code FOSUGB21XXX?
The code FOSUGB21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Forte Securities Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Forte Securities Limited.
How long does a transfer to Forte Securities Limited take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need FOSUGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need FOSUGB21XXX.
Are FOSUGB21 and FOSUGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. FOSUGB21 is the short version of FOSUGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Forte Securities Limited in London.
What happens if I enter FOSUGB21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check FOSUGB21XXX against the details from Forte Securities Limited before sending.
What does each part of FOSUGB21XXX mean?
FOSU is the institution code of Forte Securities Limited, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.