The pace of change is quicker now, driven in particular by the increased use of online banking, and the new Faster Payments Service. It is increasingly important that we are able to make automated payments smoothly and efficiently.
If money is being transferred across international borders, an international network is used. Fields
Each branch or bank office on the ISCD is identified by either a sorting code, BIC (bank identifier code) or both. For a quick search the side bar contains the main search tool. The Extended Industry Sorting Code Directory (EISCD)
The EISCD is a comprehensive database of payments-related information for financial institutions participating in the UK Payment Schemes: Bacs, CHAPS, Faster Payments and Cheque and Credit Clearing.