SWIFT/BIC code GHOUGB2LXXX
GHOUGB2LXXX belongs to Gatehouse Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GHOUGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GHOUGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Gatehouse Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Gatehouse Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GHOU 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
What bank uses SWIFT code GHOUGB2LXXX?
GHOUGB2LXXX identifies the main office of Gatehouse Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Gatehouse Bank PLC.
What do the letters in GHOUGB2LXXX mean?
GHOU is the institution code of Gatehouse Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Do I need GHOUGB2LXXX to send euros 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 GHOUGB2LXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Gatehouse Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use GHOUGB2LXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GHOUGB2LXXX against the details from Gatehouse Bank PLC before sending.
Are GHOUGB2L and GHOUGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. GHOUGB2L is the 8-character version of GHOUGB2LXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Gatehouse Bank PLC in London.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.