SWIFT/BIC code PIRBGB2LXXX
PIRBGB2LXXX belongs to Piraeus Bank SA in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PIRBGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PIRBGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Piraeus Bank SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Piraeus Bank SA SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PIRB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L 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 is behind SWIFT code PIRBGB2LXXX?
The code PIRBGB2LXXX belongs to the headquarters of Piraeus Bank SA in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Piraeus Bank SA.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Piraeus Bank SA?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use PIRBGB2LXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PIRBGB2LXXX with the recipient before sending.
Do I need PIRBGB2LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need PIRBGB2LXXX.
How long does a transfer to Piraeus Bank SA take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of PIRBGB2LXXX mean?
PIRB is the institution code of Piraeus Bank SA, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region 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.