BOTKGB2F — MUFG BANK LTD - (DERIVATIVES)
BOTKGB2F is the SWIFT/BIC code for MUFG BANK LTD - (DERIVATIVES) in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
BOTKGB2F is the SWIFT/BIC code for MUFG BANK LTD - (DERIVATIVES) in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | MUFG BANK LTD - (DERIVATIVES) |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2F |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code BOTKGB2F belong to?
The SWIFT code BOTKGB2F identifies MUFG BANK LTD - (DERIVATIVES) in LONDON, United Kingdom. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code BOTKGB2F mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of BOTKGB2F are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (BOTK) represent the bank code for MUFG BANK LTD - (DERIVATIVES); characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2F) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code BOTKGB2F active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) BOTKGB2F is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2F' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code BOTKGB2F instead of BOTKGB2F?
Yes. The 8-character code BOTKGB2F represents the primary headquarters of MUFG BANK LTD - (DERIVATIVES). The 11-character code BOTKGB2F targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to BOTKGB2F (or BOTKGB2FXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to BOTKGB2F?
The physical address registered for BOTKGB2F is: ROPEMAKER PLACE, 25 ROPEMAKER STREET, EC2Y 9AN, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the BOTKGB2F code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code BOTKGB2F 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).