185005 - Citibank Na Sort Code

Details of CITIBANK NA Bank State

FedACH Sort Code
Sort Code 185005
Bank Name
Branch Name Citibank Repair Sort Code
SWIFT Code CITIGB2LCHP
CHAPS BIC Code CITIGB2LXXX
Address Cotigroup Centre, Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London, E14, 5LB
Telephone 020 7500500
City London
Change Date April 22, 2021
Supported Payment Methods
Faster Payments Faster Payments cannot be sent to this sort code.
Direct Debts Bacs Direct Debits cannot be set up on this sort code.
C&CCC payments Not eligible for Cheque & Credit Clearing.
CHAPS Payments can be sent to this sort code.
BACS Credit payments can be sent to this sort code.
What do the digits tell us?
18 50 05

18 First two digits code identifies the branch.

50 05 Last four digits code identifies the branch details and transaction details.

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SORT Code Vs. Account Number

Not just in Uk, in almost every country, an Account Number identifies the owner's savings and current account number. Generally, the account number is paired with the SORT Code, which looks like 185005 Using the sort code, you can quickly get the particular bank details. Account Number will be your private number that stores the owner's legal information. On the other hand, the SORT Code is a six digits code (Ex:185005) that is available publicly so that anybody can get the bank details from it.

Is a SWIFT Code the Same as a Sort Code?

SORT Code

  • It's a code used in the United Kingdom to recognize the banks and their branches.
  • It's a six-character code.
  • Only numeric characters.
  • They divide into three equal pairs to identify the complete bank details.
  • Sort Code Mainly performs transactions within the country.

SWIFT Code

  • It's a code that mainly recognizes the bank identity and related country.
  • SWIFT Code mainly performs transactions internationally.
  • It has 8 to 11 characters.
  • It's an alphanumeric character.
  • The code is divided into four parts, and each piece identifies the bank and the country with the exact location.

SORT Code checker

SORT Code gives you enough information regarding the banks. Using our given SORT Code checker can easily find the vital information of the bank.

You can use it by entering the particular SORT Code in the box and clicking the 'check' button.

Why do I need a sort code?

There are a few reasons where you required the SORT Code. The first and most important reason is while you receive money in your account from any person or party in the UK, you need this code to identify the banks and person or party. Furthermore, some reasons like a friend are paying you gift money, your employer is paying your wages, and any third party is paying through an account transaction.

You need a six-digit SORT Code (185005) for all the above reasons. It is mandatory while you involve your bank account to receive your money from the other parties.

How do I Stay Safe When Giving out my Account Number and Sort-Code?

Only give your account number and sort code to people you can trust, including your friends, family, employers, and Suits Me team members (only do this if you contact us directly. We will not ask for your account number unless you call our customer care team).

Your account number can help malicious hackers attempt to access your bank account, so only give it to someone you know.

  • Where possible, do not give your account number and sort code at the same time as other personal details such as your full name, address, and phone number. This might not be possible depending on the transfer/direct debit.
  • Do not give your long card number or the 3-digit CVV number simultaneously as your account number and sort code. If someone asks for both, the request might be fraudulent.
  • Never give your PIN, password, or one-time password (OTP) to anyone, including Suits Me staff members, regardless of where you're sending your account number and sort code too.
  • Make sure you check your account regularly for unusual activity, and always double-check the person/organization requesting your account number and sort code is legitimate. Please report any suspicious activity to Suits Me as soon as it happens.

What is my Bank Sort Code?

The SORT Code can basically be found on many places, like checks, bank statements, and the bank's welcome kit when you open a new account. Using an online bank account or a mobile application is the easiest and safest way to find the sort code.

Online account operation allows you to get all the bank account details, including SORT code and account number, and view them wherever you want.