NEWGGB2LNRV — SOCIETE GENERALE INTERNATIONAL LTD
NEWGGB2LNRV is the SWIFT/BIC code for SOCIETE GENERALE INTERNATIONAL LTD in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
NEWGGB2LNRV is the SWIFT/BIC code for SOCIETE GENERALE INTERNATIONAL LTD in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: NEWGGB2L
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | SOCIETE GENERALE INTERNATIONAL LTD |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2L |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code NEWGGB2LNRV belong to?
The SWIFT code NEWGGB2LNRV identifies SOCIETE GENERALE INTERNATIONAL LTD 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 NEWGGB2LNRV mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of NEWGGB2LNRV are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (NEWG) represent the bank code for SOCIETE GENERALE INTERNATIONAL LTD; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2L) specify the location code; and the final characters (NRV) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code NEWGGB2LNRV active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) NEWGGB2LNRV 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 NEWGGB2L instead of NEWGGB2LNRV?
Yes. The 8-character code NEWGGB2L represents the primary headquarters of SOCIETE GENERALE INTERNATIONAL LTD. The 11-character code NEWGGB2LNRV targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to NEWGGB2L (or NEWGGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What routing networks operate with the NEWGGB2LNRV code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code NEWGGB2LNRV 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).