SWIFT/BIC code ZURIGB2LZIL
ZURIGB2LZIL belongs to Zurich Specialties London LTD in Douglas, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ZURIGB2LZIL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ZURIGB2L |
| Branch code | ZIL |
| Bank | Zurich Specialties London LTD |
| Branch | — |
| City | Douglas |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Zurich Specialties London LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ZURI 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.
- ZIL 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code ZURIGB2LZIL?
The code ZURIGB2LZIL belongs to Zurich Specialties London LTD, part of Zurich Specialties London LTD in Douglas, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Zurich Specialties London LTD in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent 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 ZURIGB2L instead of ZURIGB2LZIL?
ZURIGB2L points to the head office of Zurich Specialties London LTD, while ZURIGB2LZIL is Zurich Specialties London LTD. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ZURIGB2LZIL.
What do the letters in ZURIGB2LZIL mean?
ZURI is the bank code of Zurich Specialties London LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and ZIL identifies the branch Zurich Specialties London LTD.
How long does a transfer to Zurich Specialties London LTD take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ZURIGB2LZIL for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need ZURIGB2LZIL.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.