SWIFT/BIC code FRIPGB21XXX
FRIPGB21XXX belongs to Fitch Ratings Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FRIPGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FRIPGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Fitch Ratings Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Fitch Ratings Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FRIP Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which institution uses SWIFT code FRIPGB21XXX?
FRIPGB21XXX identifies the main office of Fitch Ratings Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Fitch Ratings Limited.
Does Fitch Ratings Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – FRIPGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Fitch Ratings Limited in United Kingdom, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What does each part of FRIPGB21XXX mean?
FRIP is the bank code of Fitch Ratings Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Are FRIPGB21 and FRIPGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. FRIPGB21 is the short version of FRIPGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Fitch Ratings Limited in London.
How long does it take to send money to Fitch Ratings Limited in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need FRIPGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need FRIPGB21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.