SWIFT/BIC code WAELGB21XXX
WAELGB21XXX belongs to Wave Securities Llp in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WAELGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WAELGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Wave Securities Llp |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Wave Securities Llp SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WAEL 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code WAELGB21XXX?
WAELGB21XXX identifies the headquarters of Wave Securities Llp in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Wave Securities Llp does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use WAELGB21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check WAELGB21XXX with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of WAELGB21XXX stand for?
WAEL is the bank code of Wave Securities Llp, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Do I need WAELGB21XXX to send euros 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 still need WAELGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Wave Securities Llp in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Wave Securities Llp?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.