SWIFT/BIC code WELAGB2LXXX
WELAGB2LXXX belongs to Portigon AG in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WELAGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WELAGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Portigon AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Portigon AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WELA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L 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 WELAGB2LXXX?
The code WELAGB2LXXX belongs to the headquarters of Portigon AG in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Portigon AG.
Does Portigon AG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, WELAGB2LXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Portigon AG in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does it take to send money to Portigon AG in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need WELAGB2LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of 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 WELAGB2LXXX.
Is WELAGB2L and WELAGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. WELAGB2L is the short version of WELAGB2LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Portigon AG in London.
What is the best way to send money to Portigon AG in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare 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.