SWIFT/BIC code SCTTGB21XXX
SCTTGB21XXX belongs to Scotia Capital (Europe) Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCTTGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCTTGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Scotia Capital (Europe) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Scotia Capital (Europe) Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SCTT 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 bank is behind BIC SCTTGB21XXX?
SCTTGB21XXX identifies the main office of Scotia Capital (Europe) Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Scotia Capital (Europe) Limited.
How long does it take to send money to Scotia Capital (Europe) Limited?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SCTTGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need SCTTGB21XXX.
Are SCTTGB21 and SCTTGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SCTTGB21 is the short version of SCTTGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Scotia Capital (Europe) Limited in London.
Does Scotia Capital (Europe) Limited have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SCTTGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Scotia Capital (Europe) Limited in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Scotia Capital (Europe) Limited in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.