SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2103L
RBOSGB2103L belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Southend-On-Sea, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2103L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 03L |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Rbs Ccc Rbs Advanta Visa Gold |
| City | Southend-On-Sea |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 03L 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 RBOSGB2103L?
RBOSGB2103L identifies Rbs Ccc Rbs Advanta Visa Gold, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Southend-On-Sea, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB2103L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB2103L.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use RBOSGB2103L with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB2103L against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB2103L?
RBOSGB21 points to the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB2103L is Rbs Ccc Rbs Advanta Visa Gold. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB2103L.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.