SWIFT/BIC code NHCUGB21XXX
NHCUGB21XXX belongs to Nhs Credit Union LTD in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NHCUGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NHCUGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Nhs Credit Union LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Nhs Credit Union LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NHCU 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 SWIFT code NHCUGB21XXX?
NHCUGB21XXX identifies the head office of Nhs Credit Union LTD in Glasgow, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Nhs Credit Union LTD does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Nhs Credit Union LTD?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Is NHCUGB21 and NHCUGB21XXX the same code?
Yes. NHCUGB21 is the 8-character version of NHCUGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Nhs Credit Union LTD in Glasgow.
Do I need NHCUGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need NHCUGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Nhs Credit Union LTD take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in NHCUGB21XXX stand for?
NHCU is the bank code of Nhs Credit Union LTD, 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.