SWIFT/BIC code PICTGB5LXXX
PICTGB5LXXX belongs to Pictet and Cie (Europe) S.a., London Branch in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICTGB5LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICTGB5L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Pictet and Cie (Europe) S.a., London Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Pictet and Cie (Europe) S.a., London Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PICT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 5L 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 code PICTGB5LXXX?
PICTGB5LXXX identifies the main office of Pictet and Cie (Europe) S.a., London Branch in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Pictet and Cie (Europe) S.a., London Branch does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of PICTGB5LXXX mean?
PICT is the bank code of Pictet and Cie (Europe) S.a., London Branch, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 5L is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Pictet and Cie (Europe) S.a., London Branch?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Do I need PICTGB5LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need PICTGB5LXXX.
How long does a transfer to Pictet and Cie (Europe) S.a., London Branch take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are PICTGB5L and PICTGB5LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. PICTGB5L is the 8-character version of PICTGB5LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Pictet and Cie (Europe) S.a., London Branch in London.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.