SWIFT/BIC code SANBGB22XXX
SANBGB22XXX belongs to Sainsbury's Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SANBGB22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SANBGB22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sainsbury's Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Sainsbury's Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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).
- 22 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 uses SWIFT code SANBGB22XXX?
SANBGB22XXX identifies the main office of Sainsbury's Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Sainsbury's Bank PLC.
What happens if I use SANBGB22XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SANBGB22XXX against the details from Sainsbury's Bank PLC before you confirm.
Is SANBGB22 and SANBGB22XXX the same code?
Yes. SANBGB22 is the short version of SANBGB22XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Sainsbury's Bank PLC in London.
How long does it take to send money to Sainsbury's Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need SANBGB22XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need SANBGB22XXX.
What do the letters in SANBGB22XXX stand for?
SANB is the bank code of Sainsbury's Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 22 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.