SWIFT/BIC code OAFIGB21XXX
OAFIGB21XXX belongs to Oakes, Lyman and Co Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OAFIGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OAFIGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Oakes, Lyman and Co Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Oakes, Lyman and Co Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- OAFI 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/BIC code OAFIGB21XXX?
OAFIGB21XXX identifies the main office of Oakes, Lyman and Co Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Oakes, Lyman and Co Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use OAFIGB21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check OAFIGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need OAFIGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need OAFIGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Oakes, Lyman and Co Limited?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are OAFIGB21 and OAFIGB21XXX the same code?
Yes. OAFIGB21 is the short version of OAFIGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Oakes, Lyman and Co Limited in London.
What do the letters in OAFIGB21XXX mean?
OAFI is the institution code of Oakes, Lyman and Co Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.