SWIFT/BIC code SAEIGB21XXX
SAEIGB21XXX belongs to Sanford C. Bernstein Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SAEIGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SAEIGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sanford C. Bernstein Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Sanford C. Bernstein Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SAEI 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
Which bank uses SWIFT/BIC code SAEIGB21XXX?
SAEIGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Sanford C. Bernstein Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Sanford C. Bernstein Limited.
What does each part of SAEIGB21XXX stand for?
SAEI is the institution code of Sanford C. Bernstein Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Does Sanford C. Bernstein Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SAEIGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Sanford C. Bernstein Limited in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use SAEIGB21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SAEIGB21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Is SAEIGB21 and SAEIGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SAEIGB21 is the short version of SAEIGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Sanford C. Bernstein Limited in London.
Do I need SAEIGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need SAEIGB21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.