BLBGGB2LA01 — BLOOMBERG LP
BLBGGB2LA01 is the SWIFT/BIC code for BLOOMBERG LP in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
BLBGGB2LA01 is the SWIFT/BIC code for BLOOMBERG LP in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: BLBGGB2L
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | BLOOMBERG LP |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2L |
| Branch | ALPHA TEST BIC |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code BLBGGB2LA01 belong to?
The SWIFT code BLBGGB2LA01 identifies BLOOMBERG LP 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 BLBGGB2LA01 mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of BLBGGB2LA01 are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (BLBG) represent the bank code for BLOOMBERG LP; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2L) specify the location code; and the final characters (A01) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code BLBGGB2LA01 active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) BLBGGB2LA01 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 BLBGGB2L instead of BLBGGB2LA01?
Yes. The 8-character code BLBGGB2L represents the primary headquarters of BLOOMBERG LP. The 11-character code BLBGGB2LA01 targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to BLBGGB2L (or BLBGGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to BLBGGB2LA01?
The physical address registered for BLBGGB2LA01 is: 3 QUEEN VICTORIA STREET, EC4N 4TQ, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the BLBGGB2LA01 code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code BLBGGB2LA01 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).