CITIGB2LIPP — CITIBANK INTERNATIONAL PERSONAL BANK (PLC) LONDON
CITIGB2LIPP is the SWIFT/BIC code for CITIBANK INTERNATIONAL PERSONAL BANK (PLC) LONDON in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
CITIGB2LIPP is the SWIFT/BIC code for CITIBANK INTERNATIONAL PERSONAL BANK (PLC) LONDON 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 INTERNATIONAL PERSONAL BANK (PLC) LONDON |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2L |
| Branch | UKIPBPLC |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code CITIGB2LIPP belong to?
The SWIFT code CITIGB2LIPP identifies CITIBANK INTERNATIONAL PERSONAL BANK (PLC) LONDON 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 CITIGB2LIPP mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of CITIGB2LIPP are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (CITI) represent the bank code for CITIBANK INTERNATIONAL PERSONAL BANK (PLC) LONDON; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2L) specify the location code; and the final characters (IPP) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code CITIGB2LIPP active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) CITIGB2LIPP 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 CITIGB2LIPP?
Yes. The 8-character code CITIGB2L represents the primary headquarters of CITIBANK INTERNATIONAL PERSONAL BANK (PLC) LONDON. The 11-character code CITIGB2LIPP 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 CITIGB2LIPP?
The physical address registered for CITIGB2LIPP is: 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 CITIGB2LIPP code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code CITIGB2LIPP 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).