SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2108Q

RBOSGB2108Q belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Horsham, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB2108Q

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB2108Q
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code08Q
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchHorsham
CityHorsham
CountryUnited 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.
08Q 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

What bank is behind BIC RBOSGB2108Q?

RBOSGB2108Q identifies Horsham, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Horsham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I enter RBOSGB2108Q incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RBOSGB2108Q with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB2108Q?

RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB2108Q is Horsham. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB2108Q.

What does each part of RBOSGB2108Q stand for?

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 08Q is the code of the department Horsham.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.