SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2103D

RBOSGB2103D belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB2103D

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB2103D
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code03D
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchRbs Scheme Lending
CityEdinburgh
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.
03D 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2103D?

The code RBOSGB2103D belongs to Rbs Scheme Lending, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I use RBOSGB2103D incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RBOSGB2103D with the recipient before sending.

How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC 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.

Do I need RBOSGB2103D to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need RBOSGB2103D.

Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB2103D?

RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB2103D points to Rbs Scheme Lending. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB2103D.

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