SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2103V
RBOSGB2103V belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2103V |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 03V |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Rbs London City Off Csbnilon |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 03V 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 code RBOSGB2103V?
RBOSGB2103V identifies Rbs London City Off Csbnilon, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need RBOSGB2103V to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB2103V.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB2103V?
RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB2103V is Rbs London City Off Csbnilon. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB2103V.
What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use RBOSGB2103V incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RBOSGB2103V against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.