SWIFT/BIC code RFXLGB2LXXX
RFXLGB2LXXX belongs to Rational Foreign Exchange LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RFXLGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RFXLGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Rational Foreign Exchange LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Rational Foreign Exchange LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RFXL 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 uses BIC RFXLGB2LXXX?
RFXLGB2LXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Rational Foreign Exchange LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Rational Foreign Exchange LTD does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in RFXLGB2LXXX stand for?
RFXL is the institution code of Rational Foreign Exchange LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Are RFXLGB2L and RFXLGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes. RFXLGB2L is the 8-character version of RFXLGB2LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Rational Foreign Exchange LTD in London.
Do I need RFXLGB2LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need RFXLGB2LXXX.
How long does a transfer to Rational Foreign Exchange LTD take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter RFXLGB2LXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RFXLGB2LXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.