SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2108C
RBOSGB2108C belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2108C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 08C |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Direct Banking Edinburgh |
| City | Edinburgh |
| 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.
- 08C 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 RBOSGB2108C?
RBOSGB2108C identifies Direct Banking Edinburgh, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB2108C for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB2108C.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB2108C with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB2108C against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB2108C?
RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB2108C is Direct Banking Edinburgh. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use RBOSGB2108C 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.