SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2LXXX
RBOSGB2LXXX belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| 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).
- 2L Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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
What bank uses SWIFT code RBOSGB2LXXX?
The code RBOSGB2LXXX belongs to the headquarters of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Royal Bank of Scotland PLC.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB2LXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB2LXXX against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in RBOSGB2LXXX stand for?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Are RBOSGB2L and RBOSGB2LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. RBOSGB2L is the 8-character version of RBOSGB2LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London.
Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.