SWIFT/BIC code SWIGGB21XXX

SWIGGB21XXX belongs to Swiss Re Investment Management Limited in London, United Kingdom.

SWIGGB21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSWIGGB21XXX
8-character codeSWIGGB21
Branch codeXXX
BankSwiss Re Investment Management Limited
BranchHead office
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Swiss Re Investment Management Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

SWIG 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 bank is behind BIC SWIGGB21XXX?

SWIGGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Swiss Re Investment Management Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Swiss Re Investment Management Limited.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Swiss Re Investment Management Limited?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Are SWIGGB21 and SWIGGB21XXX the same code?

Yes, they are. SWIGGB21 is the short version of SWIGGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Swiss Re Investment Management Limited in London.

How long does it take to send money to Swiss Re Investment Management Limited in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need SWIGGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need SWIGGB21XXX.

What happens if I enter SWIGGB21XXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SWIGGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.