DCCHGB2L — DCC HOLDINGS (UK) LIMITED
DCCHGB2L is the SWIFT/BIC code for DCC HOLDINGS (UK) LIMITED in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
DCCHGB2L is the SWIFT/BIC code for DCC HOLDINGS (UK) LIMITED in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | DCC HOLDINGS (UK) LIMITED |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2L |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code DCCHGB2L belong to?
The SWIFT code DCCHGB2L identifies DCC HOLDINGS (UK) LIMITED 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 DCCHGB2L mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of DCCHGB2L are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (DCCH) represent the bank code for DCC HOLDINGS (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 (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code DCCHGB2L active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) DCCHGB2L 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 DCCHGB2L instead of DCCHGB2L?
Yes. The 8-character code DCCHGB2L represents the primary headquarters of DCC HOLDINGS (UK) LIMITED. The 11-character code DCCHGB2L targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to DCCHGB2L (or DCCHGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to DCCHGB2L?
The physical address registered for DCCHGB2L is: HILL HOUSE, 1 LITTLE NEW STREET, EC4A 3TR, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the DCCHGB2L code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code DCCHGB2L 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).