SWIFT/BIC code REUTGB21XXX
REUTGB21XXX belongs to Thomson Reuters in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | REUTGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | REUTGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Thomson Reuters |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Thomson Reuters SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- REUT 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code REUTGB21XXX?
REUTGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Thomson Reuters in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Thomson Reuters does not need a specific branch.
Does Thomson Reuters use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – REUTGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Thomson Reuters in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Do I need REUTGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need REUTGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Thomson Reuters take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Thomson Reuters?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Are REUTGB21 and REUTGB21XXX the same code?
Yes. REUTGB21 is the 8-character version of REUTGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Thomson Reuters in London.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.