SWIFT/BIC code SOSEGB21XXX
SOSEGB21XXX belongs to Socgen-Crosby Securities (Europe) L TD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOSEGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOSEGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Socgen-Crosby Securities (Europe) L TD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Socgen-Crosby Securities (Europe) L TD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOSE 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
What bank uses SWIFT code SOSEGB21XXX?
SOSEGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Socgen-Crosby Securities (Europe) L TD in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Socgen-Crosby Securities (Europe) L TD.
Is SOSEGB21 and SOSEGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SOSEGB21 is the short version of SOSEGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Socgen-Crosby Securities (Europe) L TD in London.
How long does it take to send money to Socgen-Crosby Securities (Europe) L TD in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need SOSEGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need SOSEGB21XXX.
What is the best way to send money to Socgen-Crosby Securities (Europe) L TD in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of SOSEGB21XXX mean?
SOSE is the institution code of Socgen-Crosby Securities (Europe) L TD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.