SWIFT/BIC code WBBSGB21XXX
WBBSGB21XXX belongs to West Bromwich Building Society in West Bromwich, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WBBSGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WBBSGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | West Bromwich Building Society |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | West Bromwich |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the West Bromwich Building Society SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WBBS 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code WBBSGB21XXX?
WBBSGB21XXX identifies the head office of West Bromwich Building Society in West Bromwich, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to West Bromwich Building Society does not need a specific branch.
Is WBBSGB21 and WBBSGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. WBBSGB21 is the 8-character version of WBBSGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach West Bromwich Building Society in West Bromwich.
How long does a transfer to West Bromwich Building Society take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need WBBSGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need WBBSGB21XXX.
Does West Bromwich Building Society have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – WBBSGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for West Bromwich Building Society in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to West Bromwich Building Society?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive 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.