SWIFT/BIC code SWREGB21XXX
SWREGB21XXX belongs to Swiss Reinsurance Company UK Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SWREGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SWREGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Swiss Reinsurance Company UK Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Swiss Reinsurance Company UK Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SWRE 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 SWIFT code SWREGB21XXX?
SWREGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Swiss Reinsurance Company UK Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Swiss Reinsurance Company UK Limited.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Swiss Reinsurance Company UK Limited in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent 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.
What happens if I enter SWREGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SWREGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of SWREGB21XXX mean?
SWRE is the bank code of Swiss Reinsurance Company UK Limited, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Do I need SWREGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need SWREGB21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Swiss Reinsurance Company UK Limited?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.