SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2109M
RBOSGB2109M belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Greenock, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2109M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 09M |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Mortgage Centre |
| City | Greenock |
| 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.
- 09M 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/BIC code RBOSGB2109M?
RBOSGB2109M identifies Mortgage Centre, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Greenock, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need RBOSGB2109M for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB2109M.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of RBOSGB2109M mean?
RBOS is the institution code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 09M identifies the department Mortgage Centre.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB2109M incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB2109M against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.