SWIFT/BIC code HOABGB2LXXX
HOABGB2LXXX belongs to C. Hoare and Co. in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HOABGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HOABGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | C. Hoare and Co. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the C. Hoare and Co. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HOAB 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/BIC code HOABGB2LXXX?
HOABGB2LXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of C. Hoare and Co. in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to C. Hoare and Co. does not need a specific branch.
Does C. Hoare and Co. use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, HOABGB2LXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for C. Hoare and Co. in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
What does each part of HOABGB2LXXX stand for?
HOAB is the institution code of C. Hoare and Co., GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to C. Hoare and Co. in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use HOABGB2LXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HOABGB2LXXX against the details from C. Hoare and Co. before you confirm.
Do I need HOABGB2LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HOABGB2LXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.