SWIFT/BIC code NRNBGB2LXXX
NRNBGB2LXXX belongs to Virgin Money PLC in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NRNBGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NRNBGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Virgin Money PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Newcastle Upon Tyne |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Virgin Money PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NRNB 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
Which institution is behind SWIFT code NRNBGB2LXXX?
NRNBGB2LXXX identifies the headquarters of Virgin Money PLC in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Virgin Money PLC does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use NRNBGB2LXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NRNBGB2LXXX against the details from Virgin Money PLC before sending.
Has Virgin Money PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Virgin Money PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Are NRNBGB2L and NRNBGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. NRNBGB2L is the short version of NRNBGB2LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Virgin Money PLC in Newcastle Upon Tyne.
Do I need NRNBGB2LXXX to send euros 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. For other currencies you still need NRNBGB2LXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Virgin Money PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.