SWIFT/BIC code LCHLGB2EDRV
LCHLGB2EDRV belongs to London Clearing House Limited, The in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LCHLGB2EDRV |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LCHLGB2E |
| Branch code | DRV |
| Bank | London Clearing House Limited, The |
| Branch | — |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the London Clearing House Limited, The SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LCHL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2E Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- DRV 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 branch is behind SWIFT code LCHLGB2EDRV?
LCHLGB2EDRV is the SWIFT/BIC code of London Clearing House Limited, The, a branch or department of London Clearing House Limited, The in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need LCHLGB2EDRV to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need LCHLGB2EDRV.
How long does it take to send money to London Clearing House Limited, The?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Has London Clearing House Limited, The got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for London Clearing House Limited, The in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to London Clearing House Limited, The in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent 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.
Can I use LCHLGB2E instead of LCHLGB2EDRV?
LCHLGB2E is the head office of London Clearing House Limited, The, while LCHLGB2EDRV points to London Clearing House Limited, The. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LCHLGB2EDRV.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.