PEONGB2L — PEARSON PLC
PEONGB2L is the SWIFT/BIC code for PEARSON PLC in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
PEONGB2L is the SWIFT/BIC code for PEARSON 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 | PEARSON 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 PEONGB2L belong to?
The SWIFT code PEONGB2L identifies PEARSON 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 PEONGB2L mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of PEONGB2L are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (PEON) represent the bank code for PEARSON 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 PEONGB2L active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) PEONGB2L 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 PEONGB2L instead of PEONGB2L?
Yes. The 8-character code PEONGB2L represents the primary headquarters of PEARSON PLC. The 11-character code PEONGB2L targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to PEONGB2L (or PEONGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to PEONGB2L?
The physical address registered for PEONGB2L is: 80 STRAND, WC2R 0RL, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the PEONGB2L code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code PEONGB2L 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).