DABAGB2B261 — NORTHERN BANK LIMITED
DABAGB2B261 is the SWIFT/BIC code for NORTHERN BANK LIMITED in CARRICKFERGUS, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
DABAGB2B261 is the SWIFT/BIC code for NORTHERN BANK LIMITED in CARRICKFERGUS, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: DABAGB2B
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | NORTHERN BANK LIMITED |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2B |
| Branch | HIGH STREET |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code DABAGB2B261 belong to?
The SWIFT code DABAGB2B261 identifies NORTHERN BANK LIMITED in CARRICKFERGUS, United Kingdom. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code DABAGB2B261 mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of DABAGB2B261 are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (DABA) represent the bank code for NORTHERN BANK LIMITED; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2B) specify the location code; and the final characters (261) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code DABAGB2B261 active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) DABAGB2B261 is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2B' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code DABAGB2B instead of DABAGB2B261?
Yes. The 8-character code DABAGB2B represents the primary headquarters of NORTHERN BANK LIMITED. The 11-character code DABAGB2B261 targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to DABAGB2B (or DABAGB2BXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to DABAGB2B261?
The physical address registered for DABAGB2B261 is: 21-23 HIGH STREET, BT39 7AL, CARRICKFERGUS, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the DABAGB2B261 code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code DABAGB2B261 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).