SWIFT/BIC code NOCHGB21XXX
NOCHGB21XXX belongs to Norinchukin International PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NOCHGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NOCHGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Norinchukin International PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Norinchukin International PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NOCH 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 NOCHGB21XXX?
NOCHGB21XXX identifies the headquarters of Norinchukin International PLC in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Norinchukin International PLC does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of NOCHGB21XXX mean?
NOCH is the institution code of Norinchukin International PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Is NOCHGB21 and NOCHGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. NOCHGB21 is the 8-character version of NOCHGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Norinchukin International PLC in London.
Do I need NOCHGB21XXX 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 still need NOCHGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Norinchukin International PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Does Norinchukin International PLC have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – NOCHGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Norinchukin International PLC in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.