SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2102M
RBOSGB2102M belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2102M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 02M |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Rbs Edinburgh Csc |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 02M 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2102M?
RBOSGB2102M identifies Rbs Edinburgh Csc, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB2102M for a euro transfer 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. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB2102M.
What happens if I use RBOSGB2102M with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB2102M against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB2102M?
RBOSGB21 is the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB2102M is Rbs Edinburgh Csc. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use RBOSGB2102M if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
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.