SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2109U
RBOSGB2109U belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2109U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 09U |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | London, Threadneedle Street |
| City | London |
| 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.
- 09U 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 is behind SWIFT code RBOSGB2109U?
RBOSGB2109U is the SWIFT/BIC code of London, Threadneedle Street, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB2109U?
RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB2109U points to London, Threadneedle Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use RBOSGB2109U if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks 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 happens if I use RBOSGB2109U incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB2109U with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of RBOSGB2109U mean?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 09U identifies the branch London, Threadneedle Street.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.