SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2106G
RBOSGB2106G belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2106G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 06G |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Treasury and Capital Markets |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 06G 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 BIC RBOSGB2106G?
The code RBOSGB2106G belongs to Treasury and Capital Markets, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB2106G?
RBOSGB21 is the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB2106G points to Treasury and Capital Markets. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use RBOSGB2106G if the recipient asks for it.
Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB2106G to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB2106G.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.