SBSCGB2S — SWANSEA BUILDING SOCIETY
SBSCGB2S is the SWIFT/BIC code for SWANSEA BUILDING SOCIETY in SWANSEA, United Kingdom — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
SBSCGB2S is the SWIFT/BIC code for SWANSEA BUILDING SOCIETY in SWANSEA, United Kingdom. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | SWANSEA BUILDING SOCIETY |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2S |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code SBSCGB2S belong to?
The SWIFT code SBSCGB2S identifies SWANSEA BUILDING SOCIETY in SWANSEA, United Kingdom. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code SBSCGB2S mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of SBSCGB2S are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (SBSC) represent the bank code for SWANSEA BUILDING SOCIETY; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2S) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code SBSCGB2S active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) SBSCGB2S is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2S' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code SBSCGB2S instead of SBSCGB2S?
Yes. The 8-character code SBSCGB2S represents the primary headquarters of SWANSEA BUILDING SOCIETY. The 11-character code SBSCGB2S targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to SBSCGB2S (or SBSCGB2SXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to SBSCGB2S?
The physical address registered for SBSCGB2S is: CRADOCK STREET, SA1 3EN, SWANSEA, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the SBSCGB2S code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code SBSCGB2S 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).