SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21603
RBOSGB21603 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21603 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 603 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Ccms James Hay Pension Tse LTD |
| City | London |
| 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.
- 603 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/BIC code RBOSGB21603?
RBOSGB21603 identifies Ccms James Hay Pension Tse LTD, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest 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.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21603?
RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21603 points to Ccms James Hay Pension Tse LTD. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use RBOSGB21603 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21603 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21603 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.