SWIFT/BIC code WFSTGB2LXXX
WFSTGB2LXXX belongs to World First UK LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WFSTGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WFSTGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | World First UK LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the World First UK LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WFST 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
What bank uses BIC WFSTGB2LXXX?
WFSTGB2LXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of World First UK LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at World First UK LTD.
What does each part of WFSTGB2LXXX stand for?
WFST is the institution code of World First UK LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What happens if I use WFSTGB2LXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check WFSTGB2LXXX against the details from World First UK LTD before you confirm.
Do I need WFSTGB2LXXX 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 do need WFSTGB2LXXX.
How long does a transfer to World First UK LTD take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is WFSTGB2L and WFSTGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes. WFSTGB2L is the short version of WFSTGB2LXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach World First UK LTD in London.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.