SWIFT/BIC code HYVEGB2LKEY
HYVEGB2LKEY belongs to Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank) in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HYVEGB2LKEY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HYVEGB2L |
| Branch code | KEY |
| Bank | Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank) |
| Branch | — |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank) SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HYVE 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.
- KEY 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
What bank uses BIC HYVEGB2LKEY?
HYVEGB2LKEY is the SWIFT/BIC code of Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank), a branch or department of Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank) in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank)?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in HYVEGB2LKEY mean?
HYVE is the bank code of Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank), GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and KEY is the code of the department Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank).
What happens if I use HYVEGB2LKEY with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HYVEGB2LKEY with the recipient before sending.
Does Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank) have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 7 SWIFT/BIC codes for Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank) in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank).
Do I need HYVEGB2LKEY 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 HYVEGB2LKEY.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.