Visa Picks Canary Wharf for New European Headquarters
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The global payment technology company, Visa, has decided to relocate its European headquarters to London’s Canary Wharf financial district, as announced on Friday, December 5, by the Canary Wharf Group (CWG).
Visa Europe To Shift Headquarters By Summer 2028
According to the announcement, Visa Europe has signed a deal to relocate its headquarters to Canary Wharf, leasing several floors totaling 300,000 square feet on a 15-year term at the iconic One Canada Square.
Until now, Visa’s headquarters were at Paddington, and the company is expected to fully relocate by the summer of 2028. The announcement also noted that this transaction adds to the strong leasing momentum at Canary Wharf, with over 750,000 square feet of office transactions announced in 2025.
“2025 will be CWG’s best office leasing year in more than a decade,” the group’s announcement noted. Meanwhile, Visa Europe’s CEO and regional president, Antony Cahill, noted that relocating the firm’s European headquarters marks a significant investment in its people and a bold next step for Visa in Europe.
“Our new home at One Canada Square will provide an open, modern, and welcoming environment for our clients and partners. Digital payments power economies right across Europe. This exciting next step will better position us to pioneer the future of payments, giving Europeans access to world-class payment experiences while being offered the highest levels of security, resilience, and reliability,” he said.
Canary Wharf’s Investments Are Paying Off
His statement, coupled with Visa’s move, serves as the latest sign that the £7 billion invested in new developments, infrastructure, and amenities at Canary Wharf in the last six years is starting to pay off.
The Group’s announcement noted that its work on improving the space is slowly making Canary Wharf one of the most well-capitalised and dynamic mixed-use districts in the world.
In addition to that, CWG’s CEO, Shobi Khan, noted that Canary Wharf continues to attract a diverse range of global businesses, and that the Group is delighted to welcome Visa, the latest one to choose the Wharf for their European headquarters, moving it to the best location to support their business growth.
“Our first-rate connectivity, world-class amenities, and vibrant community make us an exceptional environment where businesses can establish and grow. Visa joins a fintech community of more than 65 companies, ranging from innovative startups to global leaders in our growing tech and AI community. This diverse customer base reflects our evolution into a thriving mixed-use district that supports customers at every stage of their journey,” Khan added.
