SWIFT/BIC code VGRDGB21XXX
VGRDGB21XXX belongs to Vanguard Asset Management, Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VGRDGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VGRDGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Vanguard Asset Management, Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Vanguard Asset Management, Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VGRD 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 SWIFT code VGRDGB21XXX?
VGRDGB21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Vanguard Asset Management, Limited in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Vanguard Asset Management, Limited does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in VGRDGB21XXX mean?
VGRD is the institution code of Vanguard Asset Management, Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Vanguard Asset Management, Limited in United Kingdom?
Banks often 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.
How long does a transfer to Vanguard Asset Management, Limited take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need VGRDGB21XXX 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. For other currencies you do need VGRDGB21XXX.
Are VGRDGB21 and VGRDGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. VGRDGB21 is the 8-character version of VGRDGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Vanguard Asset Management, Limited in London.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.