SWIFT/BIC code RIBLGB2LXXX
RIBLGB2LXXX belongs to Riyad Bank in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RIBLGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RIBLGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Riyad Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Riyad Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RIBL 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code RIBLGB2LXXX?
RIBLGB2LXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Riyad Bank in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Riyad Bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Riyad Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Riyad Bank use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, RIBLGB2LXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Riyad Bank in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in RIBLGB2LXXX stand for?
RIBL is the bank code of Riyad Bank, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Is RIBLGB2L and RIBLGB2LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. RIBLGB2L is the 8-character version of RIBLGB2LXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Riyad Bank in London.
How long does it take to send money to Riyad Bank?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.