SWIFT/BIC code SWIDGB21XXX
SWIDGB21XXX belongs to Scottish Widows PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SWIDGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SWIDGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Scottish Widows PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Scottish Widows PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SWID 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 BIC SWIDGB21XXX?
SWIDGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Scottish Widows PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Scottish Widows PLC does not need a specific branch.
Does Scottish Widows PLC have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SWIDGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Scottish Widows PLC in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Scottish Widows PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use SWIDGB21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SWIDGB21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Do I need SWIDGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need SWIDGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Scottish Widows PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.