SWIFT/BIC code OCBCGB2LXXX
OCBCGB2LXXX belongs to Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, London Branch in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OCBCGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OCBCGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, London Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, London Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- OCBC 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 bank uses SWIFT code OCBCGB2LXXX?
The code OCBCGB2LXXX belongs to the main office of Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, London Branch in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, London Branch does not need a specific branch.
Is OCBCGB2L and OCBCGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes. OCBCGB2L is the short version of OCBCGB2LXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, London Branch in London.
How long does a transfer to Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, London Branch take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, London Branch have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, OCBCGB2LXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, London Branch in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Do I need OCBCGB2LXXX 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. For other currencies you do need OCBCGB2LXXX.
What happens if I use OCBCGB2LXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check OCBCGB2LXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.