GSKFGB2C — GLAXOSMITHKLINE FINANCE PLC
GSKFGB2C is the SWIFT/BIC code for GLAXOSMITHKLINE FINANCE PLC in BRENTFORD, United Kingdom — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
GSKFGB2C is the SWIFT/BIC code for GLAXOSMITHKLINE FINANCE PLC in BRENTFORD, United Kingdom. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | GLAXOSMITHKLINE FINANCE PLC |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2C |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code GSKFGB2C belong to?
The SWIFT code GSKFGB2C identifies GLAXOSMITHKLINE FINANCE PLC in BRENTFORD, United Kingdom. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code GSKFGB2C mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of GSKFGB2C are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (GSKF) represent the bank code for GLAXOSMITHKLINE FINANCE PLC; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2C) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code GSKFGB2C active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) GSKFGB2C is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2C' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code GSKFGB2C instead of GSKFGB2C?
Yes. The 8-character code GSKFGB2C represents the primary headquarters of GLAXOSMITHKLINE FINANCE PLC. The 11-character code GSKFGB2C targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to GSKFGB2C (or GSKFGB2CXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to GSKFGB2C?
The physical address registered for GSKFGB2C is: GREAT WEST ROAD, TW8 9GS, BRENTFORD, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the GSKFGB2C code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code GSKFGB2C 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).