UBKLGB2LBAK — AHLI UNITED BANK (UK) PLC
UBKLGB2LBAK is the SWIFT/BIC code for AHLI UNITED BANK (UK) PLC in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
UBKLGB2LBAK is the SWIFT/BIC code for AHLI UNITED BANK (UK) PLC in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: UBKLGB2L
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | AHLI UNITED BANK (UK) PLC |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2L |
| Branch | BAKER ST. BRANCH |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code UBKLGB2LBAK belong to?
The SWIFT code UBKLGB2LBAK identifies AHLI UNITED BANK (UK) PLC 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 UBKLGB2LBAK mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of UBKLGB2LBAK are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (UBKL) represent the bank code for AHLI UNITED BANK (UK) PLC; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2L) specify the location code; and the final characters (BAK) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code UBKLGB2LBAK active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) UBKLGB2LBAK 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 UBKLGB2L instead of UBKLGB2LBAK?
Yes. The 8-character code UBKLGB2L represents the primary headquarters of AHLI UNITED BANK (UK) PLC. The 11-character code UBKLGB2LBAK targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to UBKLGB2L (or UBKLGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What routing networks operate with the UBKLGB2LBAK code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code UBKLGB2LBAK 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).