SWIFT/BIC code LCHSGB2LXXX
LCHSGB2LXXX belongs to Swapagent Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LCHSGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LCHSGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Swapagent Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Swapagent Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LCHS 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 institution uses SWIFT code LCHSGB2LXXX?
LCHSGB2LXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Swapagent Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Swapagent Limited does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in LCHSGB2LXXX mean?
LCHS is the bank code of Swapagent Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I enter LCHSGB2LXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LCHSGB2LXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Swapagent Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, LCHSGB2LXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Swapagent Limited in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Are LCHSGB2L and LCHSGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. LCHSGB2L is the 8-character version of LCHSGB2LXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Swapagent Limited in London.
Do I need LCHSGB2LXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need LCHSGB2LXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.