SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2112E
RBOSGB2112E belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Newcastle-Under-Lyme, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2112E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 12E |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Cheques Direct Int.rbs |
| City | Newcastle-Under-Lyme |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 12E 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 uses SWIFT code RBOSGB2112E?
RBOSGB2112E identifies Cheques Direct Int.rbs, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Newcastle-Under-Lyme, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use RBOSGB2112E incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB2112E with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of RBOSGB2112E mean?
RBOS is the institution code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 12E is the code of the branch Cheques Direct Int.rbs.
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 transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB2112E for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need RBOSGB2112E.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.