CIUKGB2LILN — CITIBANK UK LIMITED
CIUKGB2LILN is the SWIFT/BIC code for CITIBANK UK LIMITED in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
CIUKGB2LILN is the SWIFT/BIC code for CITIBANK UK LIMITED in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: CIUKGB2L
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | CITIBANK UK LIMITED |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2L |
| Branch | CITIBANK UK LTD, LONDON IPB BRANCH |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code CIUKGB2LILN belong to?
The SWIFT code CIUKGB2LILN identifies CITIBANK UK LIMITED 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 CIUKGB2LILN mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of CIUKGB2LILN are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (CIUK) represent the bank code for CITIBANK UK LIMITED; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2L) specify the location code; and the final characters (ILN) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code CIUKGB2LILN active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) CIUKGB2LILN 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 CIUKGB2L instead of CIUKGB2LILN?
Yes. The 8-character code CIUKGB2L represents the primary headquarters of CITIBANK UK LIMITED. The 11-character code CIUKGB2LILN targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to CIUKGB2L (or CIUKGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to CIUKGB2LILN?
The physical address registered for CIUKGB2LILN is: FLOOR 10, CITIGROUP CENTRE 1, CANARY WHARF, E14 5LB, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the CIUKGB2LILN code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code CIUKGB2LILN 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).