SWIFT/BIC code GLALGB21XXX
GLALGB21XXX belongs to Xfa Global Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GLALGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GLALGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Xfa Global Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Xfa Global Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GLAL 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 GLALGB21XXX?
GLALGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Xfa Global Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Xfa Global Limited.
What does each part of GLALGB21XXX mean?
GLAL is the institution code of Xfa Global Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Do I need GLALGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need GLALGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Xfa Global Limited take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is GLALGB21 and GLALGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. GLALGB21 is the short version of GLALGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Xfa Global Limited in London.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Xfa Global Limited?
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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.