SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2105E
RBOSGB2105E belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2105E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 05E |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Rbs Glasgow Cus Serv Ctr (Tpf |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 05E 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 uses SWIFT code RBOSGB2105E?
RBOSGB2105E is the SWIFT/BIC code of Rbs Glasgow Cus Serv Ctr (Tpf, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB2105E with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB2105E against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Do I need RBOSGB2105E for a euro transfer 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. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB2105E.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB2105E?
RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB2105E is Rbs Glasgow Cus Serv Ctr (Tpf. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use RBOSGB2105E if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.