SWIFT/BIC code ICBKGB3LXXX
ICBKGB3LXXX belongs to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited London Branch in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ICBKGB3LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ICBKGB3L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited London Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited London Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ICBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 3L 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/BIC code ICBKGB3LXXX?
ICBKGB3LXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited London Branch in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited London Branch does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use ICBKGB3LXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ICBKGB3LXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of ICBKGB3LXXX stand for?
ICBK is the institution code of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited London Branch, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 3L is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Is ICBKGB3L and ICBKGB3LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. ICBKGB3L is the short version of ICBKGB3LXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited London Branch in London.
Do I need ICBKGB3LXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need ICBKGB3LXXX.
Does Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited London Branch have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ICBKGB3LXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited London Branch in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.