SWIFT/BIC code GEFEGB21XXX
GEFEGB21XXX belongs to General Re Financial Securities Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GEFEGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GEFEGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | General Re Financial Securities Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the General Re Financial Securities Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GEFE 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 BIC GEFEGB21XXX?
GEFEGB21XXX identifies the main office of General Re Financial Securities Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to General Re Financial Securities Limited does not need a specific branch.
Is GEFEGB21 and GEFEGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. GEFEGB21 is the 8-character version of GEFEGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach General Re Financial Securities Limited in London.
How long does it take to send money to General Re Financial Securities Limited in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GEFEGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need GEFEGB21XXX.
What do the letters in GEFEGB21XXX stand for?
GEFE is the bank code of General Re Financial Securities Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use GEFEGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GEFEGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.