SWIFT/BIC code WAWYGB22XXX
WAWYGB22XXX belongs to Watson Wyatt Limited in Reigate, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WAWYGB22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WAWYGB22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Watson Wyatt Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Reigate |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Watson Wyatt Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WAWY Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 uses SWIFT code WAWYGB22XXX?
The code WAWYGB22XXX belongs to the main office of Watson Wyatt Limited in Reigate, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Watson Wyatt Limited.
What happens if I use WAWYGB22XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check WAWYGB22XXX against the details from Watson Wyatt Limited before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Watson Wyatt Limited in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Is WAWYGB22 and WAWYGB22XXX the same code?
Yes. WAWYGB22 is the 8-character version of WAWYGB22XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Watson Wyatt Limited in Reigate.
How long does it take to send money to Watson Wyatt Limited?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need WAWYGB22XXX to send euros 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 do need WAWYGB22XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.