SBOIGB2LSAH — STATE BANK OF INDIA (UK) LTD
SBOIGB2LSAH is the SWIFT/BIC code for STATE BANK OF INDIA (UK) LTD in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
SBOIGB2LSAH is the SWIFT/BIC code for STATE BANK OF INDIA (UK) LTD in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: SBOIGB2L
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | STATE BANK OF INDIA (UK) LTD |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2L |
| Branch | STATE BANK OF INDIA SOUTHALL |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code SBOIGB2LSAH belong to?
The SWIFT code SBOIGB2LSAH identifies STATE BANK OF INDIA (UK) 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 SBOIGB2LSAH mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of SBOIGB2LSAH are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (SBOI) represent the bank code for STATE BANK OF INDIA (UK) LTD; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2L) specify the location code; and the final characters (SAH) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code SBOIGB2LSAH active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) SBOIGB2LSAH 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 SBOIGB2L instead of SBOIGB2LSAH?
Yes. The 8-character code SBOIGB2L represents the primary headquarters of STATE BANK OF INDIA (UK) LTD. The 11-character code SBOIGB2LSAH targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to SBOIGB2L (or SBOIGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to SBOIGB2LSAH?
The physical address registered for SBOIGB2LSAH is: 33 HIGH STREET, UB1 3HA, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the SBOIGB2LSAH code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code SBOIGB2LSAH 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).