SWIFT/BIC code MSSIGB21XXX
MSSIGB21XXX belongs to Marks and Spencer Savings and Investments Limited in Chester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MSSIGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MSSIGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Marks and Spencer Savings and Investments Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Chester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Marks and Spencer Savings and Investments Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MSSI 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 uses BIC MSSIGB21XXX?
MSSIGB21XXX identifies the headquarters of Marks and Spencer Savings and Investments Limited in Chester, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Marks and Spencer Savings and Investments Limited does not need a specific branch.
Are MSSIGB21 and MSSIGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. MSSIGB21 is the short version of MSSIGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Marks and Spencer Savings and Investments Limited in Chester.
How long does it take to send money to Marks and Spencer Savings and Investments Limited in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need MSSIGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need MSSIGB21XXX.
What does each part of MSSIGB21XXX mean?
MSSI is the institution code of Marks and Spencer Savings and Investments Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use MSSIGB21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MSSIGB21XXX against the details from Marks and Spencer Savings and Investments Limited before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.