SWIFT/BIC code PCUKGB21XXX
PCUKGB21XXX belongs to Pacific Continental Securities (UK) Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCUKGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCUKGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Pacific Continental Securities (UK) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Pacific Continental Securities (UK) Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PCUK 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 SWIFT/BIC code PCUKGB21XXX?
PCUKGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Pacific Continental Securities (UK) Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Pacific Continental Securities (UK) Limited.
Do I need PCUKGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need PCUKGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Pacific Continental Securities (UK) Limited take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are PCUKGB21 and PCUKGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. PCUKGB21 is the short version of PCUKGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Pacific Continental Securities (UK) Limited in London.
Does Pacific Continental Securities (UK) Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – PCUKGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Pacific Continental Securities (UK) Limited in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Pacific Continental Securities (UK) Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.