ICBKGB2L — ICBC (LONDON) PLC
ICBKGB2L is the SWIFT/BIC code for ICBC (LONDON) PLC in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
ICBKGB2L is the SWIFT/BIC code for ICBC (LONDON) PLC in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | ICBC (LONDON) PLC |
| 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 ICBKGB2L belong to?
The SWIFT code ICBKGB2L identifies ICBC (LONDON) PLC 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 ICBKGB2L mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of ICBKGB2L are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (ICBK) represent the bank code for ICBC (LONDON) PLC; 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 ICBKGB2L active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) ICBKGB2L 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 ICBKGB2L instead of ICBKGB2L?
Yes. The 8-character code ICBKGB2L represents the primary headquarters of ICBC (LONDON) PLC. The 11-character code ICBKGB2L targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to ICBKGB2L (or ICBKGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to ICBKGB2L?
The physical address registered for ICBKGB2L is: 81 KING WILLIAM STREET, EC4N 7BG, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the ICBKGB2L code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code ICBKGB2L 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).