SWIFT/BIC code FTSBGB2LXXX
FTSBGB2LXXX belongs to ABN Amro Bank N.V. UK Branch (Formely Known AS Fortis Bank (Nederland) N.V. London) in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FTSBGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FTSBGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | ABN Amro Bank N.V. UK Branch (Formely Known AS Fortis Bank (Nederland) N.V. London) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the ABN Amro Bank N.V. UK Branch (Formely Known AS Fortis Bank (Nederland) N.V. London) SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FTSB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L 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 BIC FTSBGB2LXXX?
The code FTSBGB2LXXX belongs to the headquarters of ABN Amro Bank N.V. UK Branch (Formely Known AS Fortis Bank (Nederland) N.V. London) in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at ABN Amro Bank N.V. UK Branch (Formely Known AS Fortis Bank (Nederland) N.V. London).
What happens if I use FTSBGB2LXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check FTSBGB2LXXX with the recipient before sending.
Does ABN Amro Bank N.V. UK Branch (Formely Known AS Fortis Bank (Nederland) N.V. London) use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, FTSBGB2LXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for ABN Amro Bank N.V. UK Branch (Formely Known AS Fortis Bank (Nederland) N.V. London) in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to ABN Amro Bank N.V. UK Branch (Formely Known AS Fortis Bank (Nederland) N.V. London) in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in FTSBGB2LXXX stand for?
FTSB is the bank code of ABN Amro Bank N.V. UK Branch (Formely Known AS Fortis Bank (Nederland) N.V. London), GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Are FTSBGB2L and FTSBGB2LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. FTSBGB2L is the short version of FTSBGB2LXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to ABN Amro Bank N.V. UK Branch (Formely Known AS Fortis Bank (Nederland) N.V. London) in London.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.