SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2109A
RBOSGB2109A belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2109A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 09A |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 09A 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 SWIFT code RBOSGB2109A?
RBOSGB2109A identifies Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use RBOSGB2109A with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RBOSGB2109A against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need RBOSGB2109A to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB2109A.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB2109A?
RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB2109A is Royal Bank of Scotland PLC. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB2109A.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.