SWIFT/BIC code SHCLGB21XXX
SHCLGB21XXX belongs to Shaw and Co. Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SHCLGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SHCLGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Shaw and Co. Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Shaw and Co. Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SHCL 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 uses BIC SHCLGB21XXX?
SHCLGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Shaw and Co. Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Shaw and Co. Limited does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of SHCLGB21XXX mean?
SHCL is the bank code of Shaw and Co. Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Does Shaw and Co. Limited have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SHCLGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Shaw and Co. Limited in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use SHCLGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SHCLGB21XXX against the details from Shaw and Co. Limited before you confirm.
Is SHCLGB21 and SHCLGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SHCLGB21 is the 8-character version of SHCLGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Shaw and Co. Limited in London.
Do I need SHCLGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need SHCLGB21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.