WAWYGB22REI — WATSON WYATT LIMITED
WAWYGB22REI is the SWIFT/BIC code for WATSON WYATT LIMITED in REIGATE, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
WAWYGB22REI is the SWIFT/BIC code for WATSON WYATT LIMITED in REIGATE, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: WAWYGB22
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | WATSON WYATT LIMITED |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 22 |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code WAWYGB22REI belong to?
The SWIFT code WAWYGB22REI identifies WATSON WYATT LIMITED in REIGATE, United Kingdom. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code WAWYGB22REI mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of WAWYGB22REI are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (WAWY) represent the bank code for WATSON WYATT LIMITED; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (22) specify the location code; and the final characters (REI) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code WAWYGB22REI active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) WAWYGB22REI is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '22' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code WAWYGB22 instead of WAWYGB22REI?
Yes. The 8-character code WAWYGB22 represents the primary headquarters of WATSON WYATT LIMITED. The 11-character code WAWYGB22REI targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to WAWYGB22 (or WAWYGB22XXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to WAWYGB22REI?
The physical address registered for WAWYGB22REI is: WATSON HOUSE, LONDON ROAD, RH2 9PQ, REIGATE, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the WAWYGB22REI code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code WAWYGB22REI is used for international inbound wire transfers in the United Kingdom. Domestic GBP clearings route via BACS, CHAPS and Faster Payments rather than SWIFT.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).