SWIFT/BIC code SAFOGB21XXX
SAFOGB21XXX belongs to Sanwa Financial Products (UK) LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SAFOGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SAFOGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sanwa Financial Products (UK) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Sanwa Financial Products (UK) LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SAFO 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 institution is behind BIC SAFOGB21XXX?
SAFOGB21XXX identifies the head office of Sanwa Financial Products (UK) LTD in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Sanwa Financial Products (UK) LTD does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Sanwa Financial Products (UK) LTD?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need SAFOGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need SAFOGB21XXX.
Are SAFOGB21 and SAFOGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SAFOGB21 is the 8-character version of SAFOGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Sanwa Financial Products (UK) LTD in London.
What do the letters in SAFOGB21XXX stand for?
SAFO is the institution code of Sanwa Financial Products (UK) LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use SAFOGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SAFOGB21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.