SWIFT/BIC code PRETGB21XXX
PRETGB21XXX belongs to Providence Equity Partners Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PRETGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PRETGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Providence Equity Partners Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Providence Equity Partners Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PRET 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 PRETGB21XXX?
PRETGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Providence Equity Partners Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Providence Equity Partners Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use PRETGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PRETGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Is PRETGB21 and PRETGB21XXX the same code?
Yes. PRETGB21 is the short version of PRETGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Providence Equity Partners Limited in London.
Do I need PRETGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need PRETGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Providence Equity Partners Limited in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in PRETGB21XXX mean?
PRET is the institution code of Providence Equity Partners Limited, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.