SBOSGB2XEUR — STATE STREET BANK AND TRUST COMPANY
SBOSGB2XEUR is the SWIFT/BIC code for STATE STREET BANK AND TRUST COMPANY in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
SBOSGB2XEUR is the SWIFT/BIC code for STATE STREET BANK AND TRUST COMPANY in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: SBOSGB2X
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | STATE STREET BANK AND TRUST COMPANY |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2X |
| Branch | U.S. PORTFOLIO SOLUTIONS EUROCLEAR |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code SBOSGB2XEUR belong to?
The SWIFT code SBOSGB2XEUR identifies STATE STREET BANK AND TRUST COMPANY 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 SBOSGB2XEUR mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of SBOSGB2XEUR are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (SBOS) represent the bank code for STATE STREET BANK AND TRUST COMPANY; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2X) specify the location code; and the final characters (EUR) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code SBOSGB2XEUR active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) SBOSGB2XEUR is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2X' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code SBOSGB2X instead of SBOSGB2XEUR?
Yes. The 8-character code SBOSGB2X represents the primary headquarters of STATE STREET BANK AND TRUST COMPANY. The 11-character code SBOSGB2XEUR targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to SBOSGB2X (or SBOSGB2XXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to SBOSGB2XEUR?
The physical address registered for SBOSGB2XEUR is: 20 CHURCHILL PLACE, E14 5HJ, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the SBOSGB2XEUR code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code SBOSGB2XEUR 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).