SWIFT/BIC code IMSVGB21XXX
IMSVGB21XXX belongs to Imperial-Clearing Services LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IMSVGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IMSVGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Imperial-Clearing Services LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Imperial-Clearing Services LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- IMSV 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 institution uses BIC IMSVGB21XXX?
IMSVGB21XXX identifies the main office of Imperial-Clearing Services LTD in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Imperial-Clearing Services LTD.
What happens if I use IMSVGB21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check IMSVGB21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Do I need IMSVGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need IMSVGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Imperial-Clearing Services LTD in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is IMSVGB21 and IMSVGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. IMSVGB21 is the 8-character version of IMSVGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Imperial-Clearing Services LTD in London.
Does Imperial-Clearing Services LTD use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – IMSVGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Imperial-Clearing Services LTD in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.