SWIFT/BIC code IRVTGB2XCSK
IRVTGB2XCSK belongs to The Bank of New York Mellon in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IRVTGB2XCSK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IRVTGB2X |
| Branch code | CSK |
| Bank | The Bank of New York Mellon |
| Branch | Common Safekeeper |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the The Bank of New York Mellon SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- IRVT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2X Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CSK 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 SWIFT code IRVTGB2XCSK?
The code IRVTGB2XCSK belongs to Common Safekeeper, part of The Bank of New York Mellon 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 The Bank of New York Mellon in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Has The Bank of New York Mellon got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 39 SWIFT/BIC codes for The Bank of New York Mellon in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need IRVTGB2XCSK for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need IRVTGB2XCSK.
How long does it take to send money to The Bank of New York Mellon in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of IRVTGB2XCSK stand for?
IRVT is the institution code of The Bank of New York Mellon, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2X is the location code and CSK identifies the branch Common Safekeeper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.