SWIFT/BIC code LCHLGB2XXXX
LCHLGB2XXXX belongs to The London Clearing House Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LCHLGB2XXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LCHLGB2X |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | The London Clearing House Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the The London Clearing House Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
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).
- 2X 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 institution is behind BIC LCHLGB2XXXX?
LCHLGB2XXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of The London Clearing House Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to The London Clearing House Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use LCHLGB2XXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LCHLGB2XXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of LCHLGB2XXXX mean?
LCHL is the bank code of The London Clearing House Limited, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2X is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Does The London Clearing House Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for The London Clearing House Limited in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of The London Clearing House Limited.
How long does it take to send money to The London Clearing House Limited in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LCHLGB2XXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need LCHLGB2XXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.