SWIFT/BIC code NBILGB2LXXX
NBILGB2LXXX belongs to Nomura Bank International PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBILGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBILGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Nomura Bank International PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Nomura Bank International PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NBIL 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code NBILGB2LXXX?
NBILGB2LXXX identifies the headquarters of Nomura Bank International PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Nomura Bank International PLC does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use NBILGB2LXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NBILGB2LXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Nomura Bank International PLC have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, NBILGB2LXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Nomura Bank International PLC in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do the letters in NBILGB2LXXX stand for?
NBIL is the institution code of Nomura Bank International PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Do I need NBILGB2LXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NBILGB2LXXX.
How long does a transfer to Nomura Bank International PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.