SWIFT/BIC code OPTVGB21XXX
OPTVGB21XXX belongs to Optiver Trading UK in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OPTVGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OPTVGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Optiver Trading UK |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Optiver Trading UK SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- OPTV 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
Which bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code OPTVGB21XXX?
OPTVGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Optiver Trading UK in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Optiver Trading UK does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Optiver Trading UK in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Are OPTVGB21 and OPTVGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. OPTVGB21 is the short version of OPTVGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Optiver Trading UK in London.
How long does a transfer to Optiver Trading UK take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need OPTVGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need OPTVGB21XXX.
What happens if I use OPTVGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check OPTVGB21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.