SWIFT/BIC code GARGGB21XXX
GARGGB21XXX belongs to Garban Gilts in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GARGGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GARGGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Garban Gilts |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Garban Gilts SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GARG 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 GARGGB21XXX?
The code GARGGB21XXX belongs to the head office of Garban Gilts in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Garban Gilts.
What is the best way to send money to Garban Gilts?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter GARGGB21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GARGGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in GARGGB21XXX mean?
GARG is the bank code of Garban Gilts, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Does Garban Gilts have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GARGGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Garban Gilts in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Do I need GARGGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need GARGGB21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.