SWIFT/BIC code NECEGB21XXX
NECEGB21XXX belongs to Cit Bank Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NECEGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NECEGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Cit Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Cit Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NECE 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 is behind SWIFT code NECEGB21XXX?
NECEGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Cit Bank Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Cit Bank Limited.
Are NECEGB21 and NECEGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. NECEGB21 is the 8-character version of NECEGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Cit Bank Limited in London.
Do I need NECEGB21XXX 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. If you send another currency you still need NECEGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Cit Bank Limited?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does Cit Bank Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – NECEGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Cit Bank Limited in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Cit Bank Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.