BKENGB2LEHA — BANK OF ENGLAND
BKENGB2LEHA is the SWIFT/BIC code for BANK OF ENGLAND in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
BKENGB2LEHA is the SWIFT/BIC code for BANK OF ENGLAND in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: BKENGB2L
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | BANK OF ENGLAND |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2L |
| Branch | THREADNEEDLE STREET |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code BKENGB2LEHA belong to?
The SWIFT code BKENGB2LEHA identifies BANK OF ENGLAND 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 BKENGB2LEHA mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of BKENGB2LEHA are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (BKEN) represent the bank code for BANK OF ENGLAND; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2L) specify the location code; and the final characters (EHA) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code BKENGB2LEHA active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) BKENGB2LEHA is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2L' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code BKENGB2L instead of BKENGB2LEHA?
Yes. The 8-character code BKENGB2L represents the primary headquarters of BANK OF ENGLAND. The 11-character code BKENGB2LEHA targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to BKENGB2L (or BKENGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to BKENGB2LEHA?
The physical address registered for BKENGB2LEHA is: THREADNEEDLE STREET, EC2R 8AH, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the BKENGB2LEHA code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code BKENGB2LEHA 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).