SWIFT/BIC code VIBLGB21XXX
VIBLGB21XXX belongs to Vickers Ballas (UK) PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VIBLGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VIBLGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Vickers Ballas (UK) PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Vickers Ballas (UK) PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VIBL 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 VIBLGB21XXX?
VIBLGB21XXX identifies the main office of Vickers Ballas (UK) PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Vickers Ballas (UK) PLC does not need a specific branch.
Does Vickers Ballas (UK) PLC use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – VIBLGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Vickers Ballas (UK) PLC in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Vickers Ballas (UK) PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in VIBLGB21XXX mean?
VIBL is the bank code of Vickers Ballas (UK) PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Are VIBLGB21 and VIBLGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. VIBLGB21 is the short version of VIBLGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Vickers Ballas (UK) PLC in London.
Do I need VIBLGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need VIBLGB21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.