SWIFT/BIC code SSGLGB21XXX

SSGLGB21XXX belongs to State Street Bank GMBH, London Branch in London, United Kingdom.

SSGLGB21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSSGLGB21XXX
8-character codeSSGLGB21
Branch codeXXX
BankState Street Bank GMBH, London Branch
BranchHead office
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the State Street Bank GMBH, London Branch SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

SSGL 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 code SSGLGB21XXX?

The code SSGLGB21XXX belongs to the headquarters of State Street Bank GMBH, London Branch in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to State Street Bank GMBH, London Branch does not need a specific branch.

What does each part of SSGLGB21XXX stand for?

SSGL is the institution code of State Street Bank GMBH, London Branch, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.

What happens if I use SSGLGB21XXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SSGLGB21XXX against the details from State Street Bank GMBH, London Branch before sending.

What is the best way to send money to State Street Bank GMBH, London Branch 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.

Do I need SSGLGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need SSGLGB21XXX.

How long does a transfer to State Street Bank GMBH, London Branch take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.