CITIGB2LCFP — CITIBANK N.A.
CITIGB2LCFP is the SWIFT/BIC code for CITIBANK N.A. in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
CITIGB2LCFP is the SWIFT/BIC code for CITIBANK N.A. in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: CITIGB2L
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | CITIBANK N.A. |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2L |
| Branch | CITIBANK N.A. |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code CITIGB2LCFP belong to?
The SWIFT code CITIGB2LCFP identifies CITIBANK N.A. 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 CITIGB2LCFP mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of CITIGB2LCFP are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (CITI) represent the bank code for CITIBANK N.A.; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2L) specify the location code; and the final characters (CFP) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code CITIGB2LCFP active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) CITIGB2LCFP 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 CITIGB2L instead of CITIGB2LCFP?
Yes. The 8-character code CITIGB2L represents the primary headquarters of CITIBANK N.A.. The 11-character code CITIGB2LCFP targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to CITIGB2L (or CITIGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to CITIGB2LCFP?
The physical address registered for CITIGB2LCFP is: CITIBANK CENTRE, 25 CANADA SQUARE, E14 5LB, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the CITIGB2LCFP code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code CITIGB2LCFP 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).