SWIFT/BIC code SCPIGB21XXX
SCPIGB21XXX belongs to Scottish Provident Institution in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCPIGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCPIGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Scottish Provident Institution |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Scottish Provident Institution SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SCPI 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 SWIFT code SCPIGB21XXX?
SCPIGB21XXX identifies the main office of Scottish Provident Institution in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Scottish Provident Institution.
Do I need SCPIGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need SCPIGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Scottish Provident Institution take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is SCPIGB21 and SCPIGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SCPIGB21 is the 8-character version of SCPIGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Scottish Provident Institution in Edinburgh.
What happens if I enter SCPIGB21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SCPIGB21XXX against the details from Scottish Provident Institution before you confirm.
What does each part of SCPIGB21XXX stand for?
SCPI is the bank code of Scottish Provident Institution, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.