SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2102S
RBOSGB2102S belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2102S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 02S |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Rbs Card Service Centre |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 02S 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 RBOSGB2102S?
The code RBOSGB2102S belongs to Rbs Card Service Centre, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need RBOSGB2102S to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB2102S.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB2102S?
RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB2102S is Rbs Card Service Centre. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB2102S.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use RBOSGB2102S with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RBOSGB2102S with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of RBOSGB2102S mean?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 02S identifies the department Rbs Card Service Centre.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.