SWIFT/BIC code LOCKGB21XXX
LOCKGB21XXX belongs to Lockie S J in Shoreham-By-Sea, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOCKGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOCKGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Lockie S J |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shoreham-By-Sea |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Lockie S J SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LOCK 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 institution is behind BIC LOCKGB21XXX?
LOCKGB21XXX identifies the headquarters of Lockie S J in Shoreham-By-Sea, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Lockie S J.
Is LOCKGB21 and LOCKGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. LOCKGB21 is the short version of LOCKGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Lockie S J in Shoreham-By-Sea.
Do I need LOCKGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need LOCKGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Lockie S J in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lockie S J?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of LOCKGB21XXX mean?
LOCK is the institution code of Lockie S J, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.