SWIFT/BIC code LEBEGB21XXX
LEBEGB21XXX belongs to Lehman Brothers Europe Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LEBEGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LEBEGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Lehman Brothers Europe Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Lehman Brothers Europe Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LEBE 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
Which bank is behind BIC LEBEGB21XXX?
The code LEBEGB21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Lehman Brothers Europe Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Lehman Brothers Europe Limited.
Does Lehman Brothers Europe Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – LEBEGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Lehman Brothers Europe Limited in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Is LEBEGB21 and LEBEGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. LEBEGB21 is the short version of LEBEGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Lehman Brothers Europe Limited in London.
Do I need LEBEGB21XXX 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. For other currencies you still need LEBEGB21XXX.
What happens if I enter LEBEGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LEBEGB21XXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Lehman Brothers Europe Limited take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.