SWIFT/BIC code WWLLGB3BXXX
WWLLGB3BXXX belongs to Shawbrook Bank Limited in Brentwood, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WWLLGB3BXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WWLLGB3B |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Shawbrook Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brentwood |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Shawbrook Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WWLL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 3B 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code WWLLGB3BXXX?
WWLLGB3BXXX identifies the head office of Shawbrook Bank Limited in Brentwood, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Shawbrook Bank Limited.
What does each part of WWLLGB3BXXX mean?
WWLL is the bank code of Shawbrook Bank Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 3B is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Shawbrook Bank Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
Do I need WWLLGB3BXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need WWLLGB3BXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Shawbrook Bank Limited in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is WWLLGB3B and WWLLGB3BXXX the same code?
Yes. WWLLGB3B is the 8-character version of WWLLGB3BXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Shawbrook Bank Limited in Brentwood.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.