SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2109V
RBOSGB2109V belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2109V |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 09V |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Manchester, Deansgate |
| City | Manchester |
| 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.
- 09V 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 RBOSGB2109V?
The code RBOSGB2109V belongs to Manchester, Deansgate, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need RBOSGB2109V for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB2109V.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB2109V?
RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB2109V is Manchester, Deansgate. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use RBOSGB2109V if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.