SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2111L
RBOSGB2111L belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Southend-On-Sea, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2111L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 11L |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Rbs Retail Cards (Rw |
| City | Southend-On-Sea |
| 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.
- 11L 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 uses BIC RBOSGB2111L?
RBOSGB2111L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Rbs Retail Cards (Rw, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Southend-On-Sea, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use RBOSGB2111L with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB2111L against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB2111L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB2111L.
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 transfer services before you send.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB2111L?
RBOSGB21 is the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB2111L is Rbs Retail Cards (Rw. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB2111L.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.