SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2104R
RBOSGB2104R belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2104R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 04R |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Rbs London City Off Csbcns |
| 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.
- 04R 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 RBOSGB2104R?
RBOSGB2104R identifies Rbs London City Off Csbcns, 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 happens if I use RBOSGB2104R incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RBOSGB2104R with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of RBOSGB2104R mean?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 04R is the code of the department Rbs London City Off Csbcns.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB2104R for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need RBOSGB2104R.
What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.