SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21LLL
RBOSGB21LLL belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21LLL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | LLL |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | London |
| 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.
- LLL 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 BIC RBOSGB21LLL?
The code RBOSGB21LLL belongs to London, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21LLL?
RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21LLL points to London. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21LLL.
Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have more 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. All of them are listed on the page of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21LLL incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21LLL with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in RBOSGB21LLL stand for?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and LLL is the code of the branch London.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.