CNORGB2X — NORTHERN TRUST GLOBAL SERVICES SE UK BRANCH
CNORGB2X is the SWIFT/BIC code for NORTHERN TRUST GLOBAL SERVICES SE UK BRANCH in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
CNORGB2X is the SWIFT/BIC code for NORTHERN TRUST GLOBAL SERVICES SE UK BRANCH in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | NORTHERN TRUST GLOBAL SERVICES SE UK BRANCH |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2X |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code CNORGB2X belong to?
The SWIFT code CNORGB2X identifies NORTHERN TRUST GLOBAL SERVICES SE UK BRANCH 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 CNORGB2X mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of CNORGB2X are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (CNOR) represent the bank code for NORTHERN TRUST GLOBAL SERVICES SE UK BRANCH; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2X) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code CNORGB2X active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) CNORGB2X is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2X' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code CNORGB2X instead of CNORGB2X?
Yes. The 8-character code CNORGB2X represents the primary headquarters of NORTHERN TRUST GLOBAL SERVICES SE UK BRANCH. The 11-character code CNORGB2X targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to CNORGB2X (or CNORGB2XXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to CNORGB2X?
The physical address registered for CNORGB2X is: 50 BANK STREET, CANARY WHARF, E14 5NT, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the CNORGB2X code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code CNORGB2X 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).