SWIFT/BIC code SKIPGB22XXX
SKIPGB22XXX belongs to Skipton Building Society in Skipton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SKIPGB22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SKIPGB22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Skipton Building Society |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Skipton |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Skipton Building Society SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SKIP Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 SKIPGB22XXX?
SKIPGB22XXX identifies the main office of Skipton Building Society in Skipton, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Skipton Building Society.
Does Skipton Building Society have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SKIPGB22XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Skipton Building Society in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter SKIPGB22XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SKIPGB22XXX against the details from Skipton Building Society before sending.
Is SKIPGB22 and SKIPGB22XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SKIPGB22 is the short version of SKIPGB22XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Skipton Building Society in Skipton.
Do I need SKIPGB22XXX 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. For other currencies you still need SKIPGB22XXX.
How long does a transfer to Skipton Building Society take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.