SWIFT/BIC code PAEDGB21XXX
PAEDGB21XXX belongs to Paysend PLC in Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PAEDGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PAEDGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Paysend PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kirkcaldy |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Paysend PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PAED 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 PAEDGB21XXX?
PAEDGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Paysend PLC in Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Paysend PLC.
What happens if I enter PAEDGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PAEDGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Are PAEDGB21 and PAEDGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. PAEDGB21 is the short version of PAEDGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Paysend PLC in Kirkcaldy.
Do I need PAEDGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need PAEDGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Paysend PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in PAEDGB21XXX mean?
PAED is the bank code of Paysend PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.