SWIFT/BIC code HAMAGB21XXX
HAMAGB21XXX belongs to Bank of Yokohama LTD., The, London Branch in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HAMAGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HAMAGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Yokohama LTD., The, London Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Yokohama LTD., The, London Branch SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HAMA 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 BIC HAMAGB21XXX?
The code HAMAGB21XXX belongs to the head office of Bank of Yokohama LTD., The, London Branch in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of Yokohama LTD., The, London Branch does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Yokohama LTD., The, London Branch take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HAMAGB21XXX for a euro transfer 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 do need HAMAGB21XXX.
Is HAMAGB21 and HAMAGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. HAMAGB21 is the 8-character version of HAMAGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bank of Yokohama LTD., The, London Branch in London.
What does each part of HAMAGB21XXX stand for?
HAMA is the bank code of Bank of Yokohama LTD., The, London Branch, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I use HAMAGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HAMAGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.