SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2105B
RBOSGB2105B belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Southend-On-Sea, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2105B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 05B |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Rbs Ccc Visa Business/Visa Crp |
| City | Southend-On-Sea |
| 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.
- 05B 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 SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2105B?
RBOSGB2105B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Rbs Ccc Visa Business/Visa Crp, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Southend-On-Sea, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB2105B to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need RBOSGB2105B.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB2105B?
RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB2105B points to Rbs Ccc Visa Business/Visa Crp. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use RBOSGB2105B if the recipient asks for it.
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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in RBOSGB2105B stand for?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 05B is the code of the branch Rbs Ccc Visa Business/Visa Crp.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.