SWIFT/BIC code RIOTGB2LXXX
RIOTGB2LXXX belongs to Rio Tinto Finance PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RIOTGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RIOTGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Rio Tinto Finance PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Rio Tinto Finance PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RIOT 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code RIOTGB2LXXX?
The code RIOTGB2LXXX belongs to the head office of Rio Tinto Finance PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Rio Tinto Finance PLC.
What happens if I use RIOTGB2LXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RIOTGB2LXXX against the details from Rio Tinto Finance PLC before you confirm.
Are RIOTGB2L and RIOTGB2LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. RIOTGB2L is the short version of RIOTGB2LXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Rio Tinto Finance PLC in London.
Do I need RIOTGB2LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need RIOTGB2LXXX.
What is the best way to send money to Rio Tinto Finance PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Rio Tinto Finance PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.