ALEIGB22CAF — SANTANDER UK PLC (FORMERLY ALLIANCE AND LEICESTER PLC)
ALEIGB22CAF is the SWIFT/BIC code for SANTANDER UK PLC (FORMERLY ALLIANCE AND LEICESTER PLC) in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
ALEIGB22CAF is the SWIFT/BIC code for SANTANDER UK PLC (FORMERLY ALLIANCE AND LEICESTER PLC) in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: ALEIGB22
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | SANTANDER UK PLC (FORMERLY ALLIANCE AND LEICESTER PLC) |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 22 |
| Branch | COMMERCIAL FINANCE |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code ALEIGB22CAF belong to?
The SWIFT code ALEIGB22CAF identifies SANTANDER UK PLC (FORMERLY ALLIANCE AND LEICESTER PLC) in LONDON, United Kingdom. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code ALEIGB22CAF mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of ALEIGB22CAF are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (ALEI) represent the bank code for SANTANDER UK PLC (FORMERLY ALLIANCE AND LEICESTER PLC); characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (22) specify the location code; and the final characters (CAF) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code ALEIGB22CAF active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) ALEIGB22CAF is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '22' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code ALEIGB22 instead of ALEIGB22CAF?
Yes. The 8-character code ALEIGB22 represents the primary headquarters of SANTANDER UK PLC (FORMERLY ALLIANCE AND LEICESTER PLC). The 11-character code ALEIGB22CAF targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to ALEIGB22 (or ALEIGB22XXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to ALEIGB22CAF?
The physical address registered for ALEIGB22CAF is: 2 TRITON SQUARE, NW1 3AN, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the ALEIGB22CAF code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code ALEIGB22CAF is used for international inbound wire transfers in the United Kingdom. Domestic GBP clearings route via BACS, CHAPS and Faster Payments rather than SWIFT.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).