SWIFT/BIC code PAINGB21XXX
PAINGB21XXX belongs to UBS International UK Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PAINGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PAINGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | UBS International UK Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the UBS International UK Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PAIN 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code PAINGB21XXX?
PAINGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of UBS International UK Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at UBS International UK Limited.
What is the best way to send money to UBS International UK Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does UBS International UK Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, PAINGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for UBS International UK Limited in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Is PAINGB21 and PAINGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. PAINGB21 is the short version of PAINGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to UBS International UK Limited in London.
Do I need PAINGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need PAINGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to UBS International UK Limited in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.