BCBGGB22TRO — BCS PRIME BROKERAGE LTD
BCBGGB22TRO is the SWIFT/BIC code for BCS PRIME BROKERAGE LTD in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
BCBGGB22TRO is the SWIFT/BIC code for BCS PRIME BROKERAGE LTD in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: BCBGGB22
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | BCS PRIME BROKERAGE LTD |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 22 |
| Branch | TECHNICAL ROUTING |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code BCBGGB22TRO belong to?
The SWIFT code BCBGGB22TRO identifies BCS PRIME BROKERAGE LTD 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 BCBGGB22TRO mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of BCBGGB22TRO are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (BCBG) represent the bank code for BCS PRIME BROKERAGE LTD; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (22) specify the location code; and the final characters (TRO) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code BCBGGB22TRO active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) BCBGGB22TRO 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 BCBGGB22 instead of BCBGGB22TRO?
Yes. The 8-character code BCBGGB22 represents the primary headquarters of BCS PRIME BROKERAGE LTD. The 11-character code BCBGGB22TRO targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to BCBGGB22 (or BCBGGB22XXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to BCBGGB22TRO?
The physical address registered for BCBGGB22TRO is: FLOOR 17, 99 BISHOPSGATE, EC2M 3XD, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the BCBGGB22TRO code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code BCBGGB22TRO 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).