SWIFT/BIC code WOOLGB21XXX
WOOLGB21XXX belongs to Woolwich Limited in Bexleyheath, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WOOLGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WOOLGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Woolwich Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bexleyheath |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Woolwich Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WOOL 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 uses SWIFT code WOOLGB21XXX?
WOOLGB21XXX identifies the headquarters of Woolwich Limited in Bexleyheath, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Woolwich Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter WOOLGB21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check WOOLGB21XXX against the details from Woolwich Limited before sending.
Does Woolwich Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, WOOLGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Woolwich Limited in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Woolwich Limited in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Is WOOLGB21 and WOOLGB21XXX the same code?
Yes. WOOLGB21 is the 8-character version of WOOLGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Woolwich Limited in Bexleyheath.
Do I need WOOLGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need WOOLGB21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.