SWIFT/BIC code GILTGB21XXX
GILTGB21XXX belongs to Bt Gilts LTD. in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GILTGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GILTGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bt Gilts LTD. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bt Gilts LTD. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GILT 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/BIC code GILTGB21XXX?
GILTGB21XXX identifies the main office of Bt Gilts LTD. in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Bt Gilts LTD. does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of GILTGB21XXX mean?
GILT is the institution code of Bt Gilts LTD., GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bt Gilts LTD.?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Is GILTGB21 and GILTGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. GILTGB21 is the 8-character version of GILTGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Bt Gilts LTD. in London.
How long does a transfer to Bt Gilts LTD. take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GILTGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need GILTGB21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.