SWIFT/BIC code RECUGB21XXX
RECUGB21XXX belongs to Retail Credit Union Limited in Cheadle, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RECUGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RECUGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Retail Credit Union Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Cheadle |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Retail Credit Union Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RECU 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 SWIFT/BIC code RECUGB21XXX?
The code RECUGB21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Retail Credit Union Limited in Cheadle, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Retail Credit Union Limited does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Retail Credit Union Limited in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Retail Credit Union Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, RECUGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Retail Credit Union Limited in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use RECUGB21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RECUGB21XXX with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of RECUGB21XXX stand for?
RECU is the bank code of Retail Credit Union Limited, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Are RECUGB21 and RECUGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. RECUGB21 is the 8-character version of RECUGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Retail Credit Union Limited in Cheadle.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.