SWIFT/BIC code PIPSGB21XXX
PIPSGB21XXX belongs to Pilkington Pension Services LTD in St. Helens, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PIPSGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PIPSGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Pilkington Pension Services LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | St. Helens |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Pilkington Pension Services LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PIPS 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code PIPSGB21XXX?
The code PIPSGB21XXX belongs to the main office of Pilkington Pension Services LTD in St. Helens, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Pilkington Pension Services LTD does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Pilkington Pension Services LTD in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Pilkington Pension Services LTD in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need PIPSGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need PIPSGB21XXX.
Is PIPSGB21 and PIPSGB21XXX the same code?
Yes. PIPSGB21 is the short version of PIPSGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Pilkington Pension Services LTD in St. Helens.
What do the letters in PIPSGB21XXX mean?
PIPS is the bank code of Pilkington Pension Services LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.