SWIFT/BIC code TPFGGB2EXXX
TPFGGB2EXXX belongs to Tesco Personal Finance PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | TPFGGB2EXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | TPFGGB2E |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Tesco Personal Finance PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Tesco Personal Finance PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- TPFG Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2E 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 is behind SWIFT code TPFGGB2EXXX?
The code TPFGGB2EXXX belongs to the headquarters of Tesco Personal Finance PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Tesco Personal Finance PLC does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of TPFGGB2EXXX mean?
TPFG is the bank code of Tesco Personal Finance PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2E is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Tesco Personal Finance PLC 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.
Are TPFGGB2E and TPFGGB2EXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. TPFGGB2E is the short version of TPFGGB2EXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Tesco Personal Finance PLC in Edinburgh.
Do I need TPFGGB2EXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need TPFGGB2EXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Tesco Personal Finance PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one 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.