SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2LLIQ

RBOSGB2LLIQ belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB2LLIQ

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB2LLIQ
8-character codeRBOSGB2L
Branch codeLIQ
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
Branch—
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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).
2L Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
LIQ 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 SWIFT code RBOSGB2LLIQ?

The code RBOSGB2LLIQ belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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 – the difference can be large.

Do I need RBOSGB2LLIQ to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need RBOSGB2LLIQ.

How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I enter RBOSGB2LLIQ incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RBOSGB2LLIQ with the recipient before you confirm.

Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got other 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.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.