DEFLGB2LGCS — SUMITOMO MITSUI TRUST BANK, LIMITED - GLOBAL ASSETSERVICES (UK)
DEFLGB2LGCS is the SWIFT/BIC code for SUMITOMO MITSUI TRUST BANK, LIMITED - GLOBAL ASSETSERVICES (UK) in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
DEFLGB2LGCS is the SWIFT/BIC code for SUMITOMO MITSUI TRUST BANK, LIMITED - GLOBAL ASSETSERVICES (UK) in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: DEFLGB2L
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | SUMITOMO MITSUI TRUST BANK, LIMITED - GLOBAL ASSETSERVICES (UK) |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2L |
| Branch | CUSTODY DEPARTMENT |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code DEFLGB2LGCS belong to?
The SWIFT code DEFLGB2LGCS identifies SUMITOMO MITSUI TRUST BANK, LIMITED - GLOBAL ASSETSERVICES (UK) 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 DEFLGB2LGCS mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of DEFLGB2LGCS are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (DEFL) represent the bank code for SUMITOMO MITSUI TRUST BANK, LIMITED - GLOBAL ASSETSERVICES (UK); characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2L) specify the location code; and the final characters (GCS) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code DEFLGB2LGCS active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) DEFLGB2LGCS 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 DEFLGB2L instead of DEFLGB2LGCS?
Yes. The 8-character code DEFLGB2L represents the primary headquarters of SUMITOMO MITSUI TRUST BANK, LIMITED - GLOBAL ASSETSERVICES (UK). The 11-character code DEFLGB2LGCS targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to DEFLGB2L (or DEFLGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What routing networks operate with the DEFLGB2LGCS code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code DEFLGB2LGCS 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).