SWIFT/BIC code GFIGGB2LXXX
GFIGGB2LXXX belongs to Gfi Securities LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GFIGGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GFIGGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Gfi Securities LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Gfi Securities LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GFIG 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code GFIGGB2LXXX?
The code GFIGGB2LXXX belongs to the head office of Gfi Securities LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Gfi Securities LTD.
How long does a transfer to Gfi Securities LTD take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in GFIGGB2LXXX mean?
GFIG is the institution code of Gfi Securities LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Do I need GFIGGB2LXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need GFIGGB2LXXX.
Are GFIGGB2L and GFIGGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. GFIGGB2L is the 8-character version of GFIGGB2LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Gfi Securities LTD in London.
What is the best way to send money to Gfi Securities LTD?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.