SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2101B

RBOSGB2101B belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB2101B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB2101B
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code01B
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchRbs Glasgow Csc
CityGlasgow
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

RBOS 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.
01B 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2101B?

The code RBOSGB2101B belongs to Rbs Glasgow Csc, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need RBOSGB2101B to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need RBOSGB2101B.

What does each part of RBOSGB2101B mean?

RBOS is the institution code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 01B is the code of the department Rbs Glasgow Csc.

What happens if I use RBOSGB2101B incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RBOSGB2101B with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.