SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2103U
RBOSGB2103U belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Bolton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2103U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 03U |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Rbs Horwich Service Centre |
| City | Bolton |
| 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.
- 03U 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 bank is behind BIC RBOSGB2103U?
RBOSGB2103U identifies Rbs Horwich Service Centre, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Bolton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB2103U to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of 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 RBOSGB2103U.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB2103U?
RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB2103U points to Rbs Horwich Service Centre. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use RBOSGB2103U if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use RBOSGB2103U with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RBOSGB2103U against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.