GIANGB2L — GIANT TRANSACTIONS LIMITED
GIANGB2L is the SWIFT/BIC code for GIANT TRANSACTIONS LIMITED in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
GIANGB2L is the SWIFT/BIC code for GIANT TRANSACTIONS 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 | GIANT TRANSACTIONS 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 GIANGB2L belong to?
The SWIFT code GIANGB2L identifies GIANT TRANSACTIONS 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 GIANGB2L mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of GIANGB2L are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (GIAN) represent the bank code for GIANT TRANSACTIONS 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 GIANGB2L active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) GIANGB2L 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 GIANGB2L instead of GIANGB2L?
Yes. The 8-character code GIANGB2L represents the primary headquarters of GIANT TRANSACTIONS LIMITED. The 11-character code GIANGB2L targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to GIANGB2L (or GIANGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to GIANGB2L?
The physical address registered for GIANGB2L is: 3 HARBOUR EXCHANGE SQUARE, E14 9TQ, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the GIANGB2L code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code GIANGB2L 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).