SWIFT/BIC code POALGB21XXX

POALGB21XXX belongs to Bank Hapoalim B.m. in London, United Kingdom.

POALGB21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePOALGB21XXX
8-character codePOALGB21
Branch codeXXX
BankBank Hapoalim B.m.
BranchHead office
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Bank Hapoalim B.m. SWIFT/BIC is built up

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

POAL 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code POALGB21XXX?

POALGB21XXX identifies the head office of Bank Hapoalim B.m. in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank Hapoalim B.m..

What happens if I use POALGB21XXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check POALGB21XXX against the details from Bank Hapoalim B.m. before you confirm.

What does each part of POALGB21XXX stand for?

POAL is the bank code of Bank Hapoalim B.m., GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX means the main office.

Is POALGB21 and POALGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. POALGB21 is the short version of POALGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Bank Hapoalim B.m. in London.

How long does a transfer to Bank Hapoalim B.m. take?

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 POALGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need POALGB21XXX.

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