SWIFT/BIC code PEFIGB21XXX

PEFIGB21XXX belongs to Petroleum Finance PLC in London, United Kingdom.

PEFIGB21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePEFIGB21XXX
8-character codePEFIGB21
Branch codeXXX
BankPetroleum Finance PLC
BranchHead office
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Petroleum Finance PLC SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

PEFI 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 SWIFT/BIC code PEFIGB21XXX?

The code PEFIGB21XXX belongs to the main office of Petroleum Finance PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Petroleum Finance PLC does not need a specific branch.

What does each part of PEFIGB21XXX stand for?

PEFI is the institution code of Petroleum Finance PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.

What is the best way to send money to Petroleum Finance PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I use PEFIGB21XXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PEFIGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.

Are PEFIGB21 and PEFIGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. PEFIGB21 is the 8-character version of PEFIGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Petroleum Finance PLC in London.

Do I need PEFIGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need PEFIGB21XXX.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.