SWIFT/BIC code HAMBGB2LXXX
HAMBGB2LXXX belongs to Sg Kleinwort Hambros Bank Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HAMBGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HAMBGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sg Kleinwort Hambros Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Sg Kleinwort Hambros Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HAMB 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
Which institution uses SWIFT code HAMBGB2LXXX?
HAMBGB2LXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Sg Kleinwort Hambros Bank Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Sg Kleinwort Hambros Bank Limited.
What happens if I enter HAMBGB2LXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HAMBGB2LXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of HAMBGB2LXXX mean?
HAMB is the bank code of Sg Kleinwort Hambros Bank Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Are HAMBGB2L and HAMBGB2LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. HAMBGB2L is the short version of HAMBGB2LXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Sg Kleinwort Hambros Bank Limited in London.
How long does it take to send money to Sg Kleinwort Hambros Bank Limited in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HAMBGB2LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need HAMBGB2LXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.