SWIFT/BIC code SITKGB21XXX
SITKGB21XXX belongs to Sitka Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SITKGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SITKGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sitka Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Sitka Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SITK 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 SWIFT/BIC code SITKGB21XXX?
SITKGB21XXX identifies the headquarters of Sitka Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Sitka Limited.
What does each part of SITKGB21XXX stand for?
SITK is the bank code of Sitka Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Does Sitka Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SITKGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sitka Limited in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are SITKGB21 and SITKGB21XXX the same code?
Yes. SITKGB21 is the short version of SITKGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Sitka Limited in London.
How long does a transfer to Sitka Limited take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need SITKGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need SITKGB21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.