SWIFT/BIC code MERPGB21XXX
MERPGB21XXX belongs to Gc Securities Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MERPGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MERPGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Gc Securities Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Gc Securities Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MERP 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
What bank uses BIC MERPGB21XXX?
MERPGB21XXX identifies the headquarters of Gc Securities Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Gc Securities Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter MERPGB21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MERPGB21XXX against the details from Gc Securities Limited before you confirm.
Do I need MERPGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of 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 MERPGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Gc Securities Limited take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are MERPGB21 and MERPGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. MERPGB21 is the short version of MERPGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Gc Securities Limited in London.
What does each part of MERPGB21XXX mean?
MERP is the institution code of Gc Securities Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.