USBKGB22CTE — ELAVON FINANCIAL SERVICES DAC
USBKGB22CTE is the SWIFT/BIC code for ELAVON FINANCIAL SERVICES DAC in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
USBKGB22CTE is the SWIFT/BIC code for ELAVON FINANCIAL SERVICES DAC in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: USBKGB22
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | ELAVON FINANCIAL SERVICES DAC |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 22 |
| Branch | CORPORATE TRUST EUROPE |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code USBKGB22CTE belong to?
The SWIFT code USBKGB22CTE identifies ELAVON FINANCIAL SERVICES DAC 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 USBKGB22CTE mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of USBKGB22CTE are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (USBK) represent the bank code for ELAVON FINANCIAL SERVICES DAC; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (22) specify the location code; and the final characters (CTE) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code USBKGB22CTE active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) USBKGB22CTE is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '22' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code USBKGB22 instead of USBKGB22CTE?
Yes. The 8-character code USBKGB22 represents the primary headquarters of ELAVON FINANCIAL SERVICES DAC. The 11-character code USBKGB22CTE targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to USBKGB22 (or USBKGB22XXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to USBKGB22CTE?
The physical address registered for USBKGB22CTE is: 125 OLD BROAD STREET, EC2N 1AR, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the USBKGB22CTE code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code USBKGB22CTE 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).