SWIFT/BIC code IRVTGB2XRTN
IRVTGB2XRTN belongs to The Bank of New York Mellon in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IRVTGB2XRTN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IRVTGB2X |
| Branch code | RTN |
| Bank | The Bank of New York Mellon |
| Branch | Chaps Returns Only |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the The Bank of New York Mellon SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- RTN 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 IRVTGB2XRTN?
IRVTGB2XRTN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chaps Returns Only, part of The Bank of New York Mellon in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter IRVTGB2XRTN incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check IRVTGB2XRTN with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to The Bank of New York Mellon take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of IRVTGB2XRTN mean?
IRVT is the institution code of The Bank of New York Mellon, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2X is the code for the city or region and RTN is the code of the branch Chaps Returns Only.
Do I need IRVTGB2XRTN 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 do need IRVTGB2XRTN.
What is the cheapest way to send money to The Bank of New York Mellon in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.