WFSTGB2L — WORLD FIRST UK LTD
WFSTGB2L is the SWIFT/BIC code for WORLD FIRST UK LTD in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
WFSTGB2L is the SWIFT/BIC code for WORLD FIRST UK 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 | WORLD FIRST UK LTD |
| 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 WFSTGB2L belong to?
The SWIFT code WFSTGB2L identifies WORLD FIRST UK 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 WFSTGB2L mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of WFSTGB2L are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (WFST) represent the bank code for WORLD FIRST UK LTD; 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 WFSTGB2L active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) WFSTGB2L 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 WFSTGB2L instead of WFSTGB2L?
Yes. The 8-character code WFSTGB2L represents the primary headquarters of WORLD FIRST UK LTD. The 11-character code WFSTGB2L targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to WFSTGB2L (or WFSTGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to WFSTGB2L?
The physical address registered for WFSTGB2L is: MILLBANK TOWER, 21-24 MILLBANK, SW1P 4QP, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the WFSTGB2L code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code WFSTGB2L 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).