SWIFT/BIC code SCEQGB21XXX

SCEQGB21XXX belongs to Scottish Equitable PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

SCEQGB21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSCEQGB21XXX
8-character codeSCEQGB21
Branch codeXXX
BankScottish Equitable PLC
BranchHead office
CityEdinburgh
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Scottish Equitable PLC SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

SCEQ 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code SCEQGB21XXX?

The code SCEQGB21XXX belongs to the main office of Scottish Equitable PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Scottish Equitable PLC does not need a specific branch.

What happens if I enter SCEQGB21XXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SCEQGB21XXX against the details from Scottish Equitable PLC before you confirm.

What is the best way to send money to Scottish Equitable PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Are SCEQGB21 and SCEQGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. SCEQGB21 is the 8-character version of SCEQGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Scottish Equitable PLC in Edinburgh.

Do I need SCEQGB21XXX 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 do need SCEQGB21XXX.

How long does a transfer to Scottish Equitable PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers 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.