Question 1

What is the SWIFT code for Santander UK plc?

Accepted Answer

The SWIFT/BIC code for Santander UK plc is ABBYGB2L. This 11-character code identifies the bank in international wire transfers and is registered with SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication).

Question 2

How do I send an international wire transfer to Santander UK plc?

Accepted Answer

To send money internationally to Santander UK plc, provide your bank with the SWIFT/BIC code ABBYGB2L (LONDON, United Kingdom) along with the recipient's full IBAN. Your bank will route the transfer via the SWIFT network.

Question 3

Is Santander UK plc a SEPA member?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Santander UK plc is a SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) member. Euro transfers within the SEPA zone can be processed as fast, low-cost SEPA Credit Transfers using the recipient's IBAN — no SWIFT fees required for intra-SEPA payments.

Question 4

What does the BIC code ABBYGB2L mean?

Accepted Answer

In the BIC code ABBYGB2L: "ABBY" is the institution code identifying Santander UK plc, "GB" is the ISO 3166-1 country code for United Kingdom, and "2L" is the location code indicating the bank's city or timezone zone. The final three characters "XXX" identify a specific branch.

Question 5

Who owns Santander UK plc?

Accepted Answer

Santander UK plc is owned by Banco Santander S.A., a banking group based in Spain. Santander UK plc is registered in United Kingdom as a local entity, while its ultimate ownership sits with the parent group in Spain.

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