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SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2108Y

RBOSGB2108Y belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Durham, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB2108Y

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB2108Y
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code08Y
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchDurham
CityDurham
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
08Y 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 uses BIC RBOSGB2108Y?

RBOSGB2108Y is the SWIFT/BIC code of Durham, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Durham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter RBOSGB2108Y incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB2108Y with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB2108Y?

RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB2108Y is Durham. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB2108Y.

Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have other 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 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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Do I need RBOSGB2108Y to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need RBOSGB2108Y.

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