SWIFT/BIC code HELAGB2LXXX
HELAGB2LXXX belongs to Landesbank Hessen-Thueringen Girozentrale in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELAGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELAGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Landesbank Hessen-Thueringen Girozentrale |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Landesbank Hessen-Thueringen Girozentrale SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HELA 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code HELAGB2LXXX?
HELAGB2LXXX identifies the headquarters of Landesbank Hessen-Thueringen Girozentrale in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Landesbank Hessen-Thueringen Girozentrale does not need a specific branch.
Do I need HELAGB2LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HELAGB2LXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Landesbank Hessen-Thueringen Girozentrale?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is HELAGB2L and HELAGB2LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. HELAGB2L is the short version of HELAGB2LXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Landesbank Hessen-Thueringen Girozentrale in London.
What does each part of HELAGB2LXXX stand for?
HELA is the institution code of Landesbank Hessen-Thueringen Girozentrale, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Landesbank Hessen-Thueringen Girozentrale 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 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.