SWIFT/BIC code THGSGB21XXX
THGSGB21XXX belongs to Instinet Global Services Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | THGSGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | THGSGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Instinet Global Services Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Instinet Global Services Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- THGS 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 THGSGB21XXX?
The code THGSGB21XXX belongs to the head office of Instinet Global Services Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Instinet Global Services Limited.
What does each part of THGSGB21XXX stand for?
THGS is the bank code of Instinet Global Services Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Do I need THGSGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need THGSGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Instinet Global Services Limited take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are THGSGB21 and THGSGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. THGSGB21 is the short version of THGSGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Instinet Global Services Limited in London.
What happens if I enter THGSGB21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check THGSGB21XXX against the details from Instinet Global Services Limited before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.