SWIFT/BIC code SRLGGB2LXXX
SRLGGB2LXXX belongs to Starling Bank Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SRLGGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SRLGGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Starling Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Starling Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SRLG 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code SRLGGB2LXXX?
SRLGGB2LXXX identifies the main office of Starling Bank Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Starling Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
Are SRLGGB2L and SRLGGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SRLGGB2L is the short version of SRLGGB2LXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Starling Bank Limited in London.
How long does a transfer to Starling Bank Limited take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SRLGGB2LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need SRLGGB2LXXX.
What do the letters in SRLGGB2LXXX stand for?
SRLG is the institution code of Starling Bank Limited, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I enter SRLGGB2LXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SRLGGB2LXXX against the details from Starling Bank Limited before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.