SWIFT/BIC code HELCGB21XXX
HELCGB21XXX belongs to St Helen's Capital PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELCGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELCGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | St Helen's Capital PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the St Helen's Capital PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HELC 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 bank is behind SWIFT code HELCGB21XXX?
The code HELCGB21XXX belongs to the main office of St Helen's Capital PLC in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to St Helen's Capital PLC does not need a specific branch.
Is HELCGB21 and HELCGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. HELCGB21 is the short version of HELCGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach St Helen's Capital PLC in London.
How long does a transfer to St Helen's Capital PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HELCGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HELCGB21XXX.
What happens if I use HELCGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HELCGB21XXX with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in HELCGB21XXX mean?
HELC is the institution code of St Helen's Capital PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.