SWIFT/BIC code KLBTGB21XXX
KLBTGB21XXX belongs to Kleinwort Benson Trustees Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KLBTGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KLBTGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kleinwort Benson Trustees Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Kleinwort Benson Trustees Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KLBT 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
What bank is behind BIC KLBTGB21XXX?
KLBTGB21XXX identifies the headquarters of Kleinwort Benson Trustees Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Kleinwort Benson Trustees Limited.
How long does it take to send money to Kleinwort Benson Trustees Limited?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need KLBTGB21XXX for a euro transfer 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. If you send another currency you still need KLBTGB21XXX.
Are KLBTGB21 and KLBTGB21XXX the same code?
Yes. KLBTGB21 is the 8-character version of KLBTGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Kleinwort Benson Trustees Limited in London.
What happens if I use KLBTGB21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check KLBTGB21XXX against the details from Kleinwort Benson Trustees Limited before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Kleinwort Benson Trustees Limited?
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.