SWIFT/BIC code KBIMGB2LXXX
KBIMGB2LXXX belongs to Sg Kleinwort Hambros Bank Limited (Formerly Kleinwort Benson Bank Limited) in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KBIMGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KBIMGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sg Kleinwort Hambros Bank Limited (Formerly Kleinwort Benson Bank Limited) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Sg Kleinwort Hambros Bank Limited (Formerly Kleinwort Benson Bank Limited) SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KBIM 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.
- 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 code KBIMGB2LXXX?
The code KBIMGB2LXXX belongs to the head office of Sg Kleinwort Hambros Bank Limited (Formerly Kleinwort Benson Bank Limited) in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Sg Kleinwort Hambros Bank Limited (Formerly Kleinwort Benson Bank Limited).
What does each part of KBIMGB2LXXX stand for?
KBIM is the bank code of Sg Kleinwort Hambros Bank Limited (Formerly Kleinwort Benson Bank Limited), GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Are KBIMGB2L and KBIMGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes. KBIMGB2L is the 8-character version of KBIMGB2LXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Sg Kleinwort Hambros Bank Limited (Formerly Kleinwort Benson Bank Limited) in London.
How long does a transfer to Sg Kleinwort Hambros Bank Limited (Formerly Kleinwort Benson Bank Limited) take 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.
Do I need KBIMGB2LXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need KBIMGB2LXXX.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sg Kleinwort Hambros Bank Limited (Formerly Kleinwort Benson Bank Limited) in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.