SWIFT/BIC code OCINGB21XXX
OCINGB21XXX belongs to Octopus Investments Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OCINGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OCINGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Octopus Investments Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Octopus Investments Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- OCIN 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 is behind BIC OCINGB21XXX?
OCINGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Octopus Investments Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Octopus Investments Limited does not need a specific branch.
Do I need OCINGB21XXX 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. If you send another currency you still need OCINGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Octopus Investments Limited take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is OCINGB21 and OCINGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. OCINGB21 is the short version of OCINGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Octopus Investments Limited in London.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Octopus Investments Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use OCINGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check OCINGB21XXX 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.