SWIFT/BIC code OIBRGB21XXX
OIBRGB21XXX belongs to Oil Brokerage Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OIBRGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OIBRGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Oil Brokerage Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Oil Brokerage Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- OIBR 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 OIBRGB21XXX?
OIBRGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Oil Brokerage Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Oil Brokerage Limited.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Oil Brokerage Limited in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter OIBRGB21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check OIBRGB21XXX with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of OIBRGB21XXX stand for?
OIBR is the institution code of Oil Brokerage Limited, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Are OIBRGB21 and OIBRGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. OIBRGB21 is the short version of OIBRGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Oil Brokerage Limited in London.
Do I need OIBRGB21XXX 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 do need OIBRGB21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.