SWIFT/BIC code XLONGB2LR01
XLONGB2LR01 belongs to London Stock Exchange in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | XLONGB2LR01 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | XLONGB2L |
| Branch code | R01 |
| Bank | London Stock Exchange |
| Branch | Unavista Reconciliation |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the London Stock Exchange SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- XLON 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.
- R01 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code XLONGB2LR01?
XLONGB2LR01 identifies Unavista Reconciliation, a branch or department of London Stock Exchange in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has London Stock Exchange got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for London Stock Exchange in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter XLONGB2LR01 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check XLONGB2LR01 with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in XLONGB2LR01 stand for?
XLON is the institution code of London Stock Exchange, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and R01 is the code of the branch Unavista Reconciliation.
What is the cheapest way to send money to London Stock Exchange?
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.
Can I use XLONGB2L instead of XLONGB2LR01?
XLONGB2L points to the main office of London Stock Exchange, while XLONGB2LR01 is Unavista Reconciliation. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention XLONGB2LR01.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.