SWIFT/BIC code GSGSGB21XXX
GSGSGB21XXX belongs to Goldman Sachs Government Securities (UK) in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GSGSGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GSGSGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Goldman Sachs Government Securities (UK) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Goldman Sachs Government Securities (UK) SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GSGS 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code GSGSGB21XXX?
The code GSGSGB21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Goldman Sachs Government Securities (UK) in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Goldman Sachs Government Securities (UK).
What does each part of GSGSGB21XXX stand for?
GSGS is the institution code of Goldman Sachs Government Securities (UK), GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Does Goldman Sachs Government Securities (UK) have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GSGSGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Goldman Sachs Government Securities (UK) in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Is GSGSGB21 and GSGSGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. GSGSGB21 is the short version of GSGSGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Goldman Sachs Government Securities (UK) in London.
How long does it take to send money to Goldman Sachs Government Securities (UK)?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GSGSGB21XXX 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 GSGSGB21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.