SWIFT/BIC code FTBKGB2BXXX
FTBKGB2BXXX belongs to First Trust Bank in Belfast, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FTBKGB2BXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FTBKGB2B |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | First Trust Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Belfast |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the First Trust Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FTBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2B 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 FTBKGB2BXXX?
The code FTBKGB2BXXX belongs to the headquarters of First Trust Bank in Belfast, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at First Trust Bank.
Does First Trust Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for First Trust Bank in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter FTBKGB2BXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check FTBKGB2BXXX against the details from First Trust Bank before sending.
How long does it take to send money to First Trust Bank in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need FTBKGB2BXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need FTBKGB2BXXX.
Are FTBKGB2B and FTBKGB2BXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. FTBKGB2B is the 8-character version of FTBKGB2BXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to First Trust Bank in Belfast.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.