SELNGB42 — SENTENIAL LTD
SELNGB42 is the SWIFT/BIC code for SENTENIAL LTD in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
SELNGB42 is the SWIFT/BIC code for SENTENIAL LTD in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | SENTENIAL LTD |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 42 |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code SELNGB42 belong to?
The SWIFT code SELNGB42 identifies SENTENIAL LTD 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 SELNGB42 mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of SELNGB42 are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (SELN) represent the bank code for SENTENIAL LTD; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (42) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code SELNGB42 active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) SELNGB42 is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '42' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code SELNGB42 instead of SELNGB42?
Yes. The 8-character code SELNGB42 represents the primary headquarters of SENTENIAL LTD. The 11-character code SELNGB42 targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to SELNGB42 (or SELNGB42XXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to SELNGB42?
The physical address registered for SELNGB42 is: FLOOR 4TH, 35 GREAT ST HELEN'S, EC3A 6AP, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the SELNGB42 code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code SELNGB42 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).