SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2104L

RBOSGB2104L belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB2104L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB2104L
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code04L
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchRbs London City Off Csbhfx1
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
04L 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 RBOSGB2104L?

RBOSGB2104L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Rbs London City Off Csbhfx1, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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

Yes – our database contains 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC.

Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB2104L?

RBOSGB21 is the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB2104L is Rbs London City Off Csbhfx1. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use RBOSGB2104L if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need RBOSGB2104L to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to 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 RBOSGB2104L.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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