SWIFT/BIC code STPOGB21XXX
STPOGB21XXX belongs to Standard and Poor's LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | STPOGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | STPOGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard and Poor's LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Standard and Poor's LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- STPO 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code STPOGB21XXX?
The code STPOGB21XXX belongs to the main office of Standard and Poor's LTD in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Standard and Poor's LTD.
Is STPOGB21 and STPOGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. STPOGB21 is the short version of STPOGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Standard and Poor's LTD in London.
Do I need STPOGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of 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 still need STPOGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Standard and Poor's LTD take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Standard and Poor's LTD in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Standard and Poor's LTD use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – STPOGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Standard and Poor's LTD in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.