SWIFT/BIC code PRINGB21XXX

PRINGB21XXX belongs to Principality Building Society in Cardiff, United Kingdom.

PRINGB21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePRINGB21XXX
8-character codePRINGB21
Branch codeXXX
BankPrincipality Building Society
BranchHead office
CityCardiff
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Principality Building Society SWIFT/BIC is built up

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

PRIN 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 uses BIC PRINGB21XXX?

PRINGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Principality Building Society in Cardiff, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Principality Building Society.

What is the best way to send money to Principality Building Society?

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.

Does Principality Building Society use only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – PRINGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Principality Building Society in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.

What happens if I enter PRINGB21XXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PRINGB21XXX with the recipient before sending.

Is PRINGB21 and PRINGB21XXX the same code?

Yes. PRINGB21 is the short version of PRINGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Principality Building Society in Cardiff.

Do I need PRINGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need PRINGB21XXX.

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