SCBUGB2L — BERNSTEIN AUTONOMOUS LLP
SCBUGB2L is the SWIFT/BIC code for BERNSTEIN AUTONOMOUS LLP in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
SCBUGB2L is the SWIFT/BIC code for BERNSTEIN AUTONOMOUS LLP in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | BERNSTEIN AUTONOMOUS LLP |
| 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 SCBUGB2L belong to?
The SWIFT code SCBUGB2L identifies BERNSTEIN AUTONOMOUS LLP 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 SCBUGB2L mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of SCBUGB2L are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (SCBU) represent the bank code for BERNSTEIN AUTONOMOUS LLP; 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 SCBUGB2L active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) SCBUGB2L 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 SCBUGB2L instead of SCBUGB2L?
Yes. The 8-character code SCBUGB2L represents the primary headquarters of BERNSTEIN AUTONOMOUS LLP. The 11-character code SCBUGB2L targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to SCBUGB2L (or SCBUGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to SCBUGB2L?
The physical address registered for SCBUGB2L is: 60 LONDON WALL, EC2M 5SH, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the SCBUGB2L code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code SCBUGB2L 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).