SWIFT/BIC code SANBGB21503
SANBGB21503 belongs to Sainsbury's Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SANBGB21503 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SANBGB21 |
| Branch code | 503 |
| Bank | Sainsbury's Bank PLC |
| Branch | Csc Dept. 6003 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Sainsbury's Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SANB 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.
- 503 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 is behind SWIFT code SANBGB21503?
SANBGB21503 identifies Csc Dept. 6003, part of Sainsbury's Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Sainsbury's Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
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.
How long does it take to send money to Sainsbury's Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SANBGB21503 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 SANBGB21503.
Has Sainsbury's Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 34 SWIFT/BIC codes for Sainsbury's Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter SANBGB21503 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SANBGB21503 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.