SWIFT/BIC code RETCGB21XXX
RETCGB21XXX belongs to Royal Exchange Trust Company Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RETCGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RETCGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Royal Exchange Trust Company Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Royal Exchange Trust Company Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RETC 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 BIC RETCGB21XXX?
The code RETCGB21XXX belongs to the head office of Royal Exchange Trust Company Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Royal Exchange Trust Company Limited.
What happens if I enter RETCGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RETCGB21XXX against the details from Royal Exchange Trust Company Limited before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Exchange Trust Company Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Is RETCGB21 and RETCGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. RETCGB21 is the 8-character version of RETCGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Royal Exchange Trust Company Limited in London.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Exchange Trust Company Limited in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in RETCGB21XXX mean?
RETC is the institution code of Royal Exchange Trust Company Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.