SWIFT/BIC code SHBKGB2LXXX
SHBKGB2LXXX belongs to Shinhan Bank London Branch in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SHBKGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SHBKGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Shinhan Bank London Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Shinhan Bank London Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SHBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L 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 BIC SHBKGB2LXXX?
SHBKGB2LXXX identifies the head office of Shinhan Bank London Branch in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Shinhan Bank London Branch does not need a specific branch.
Do I need SHBKGB2LXXX 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 SHBKGB2LXXX.
How long does a transfer to Shinhan Bank London Branch take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in SHBKGB2LXXX mean?
SHBK is the institution code of Shinhan Bank London Branch, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Is SHBKGB2L and SHBKGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes. SHBKGB2L is the short version of SHBKGB2LXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Shinhan Bank London Branch in London.
What happens if I use SHBKGB2LXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SHBKGB2LXXX 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.