SWIFT/BIC code HBZUGB2LXXX
HBZUGB2LXXX belongs to Habib Bank Zurich PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HBZUGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HBZUGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Habib Bank Zurich PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Habib Bank Zurich PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HBZU 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 HBZUGB2LXXX?
HBZUGB2LXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Habib Bank Zurich PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Habib Bank Zurich PLC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Habib Bank Zurich PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Habib Bank Zurich PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HBZUGB2LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HBZUGB2LXXX.
Are HBZUGB2L and HBZUGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. HBZUGB2L is the 8-character version of HBZUGB2LXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Habib Bank Zurich PLC in London.
Does Habib Bank Zurich PLC have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – HBZUGB2LXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Habib Bank Zurich PLC in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.