SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2RCMS
RBOSGB2RCMS belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2RCMS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB2R |
| Branch code | CMS |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Cms Collateral |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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).
- 2R Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CMS 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 is behind SWIFT code RBOSGB2RCMS?
RBOSGB2RCMS identifies Cms Collateral, part 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 happens if I enter RBOSGB2RCMS with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB2RCMS against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
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. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use RBOSGB2R instead of RBOSGB2RCMS?
RBOSGB2R is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB2RCMS is Cms Collateral. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB2RCMS.
What do the letters in RBOSGB2RCMS stand for?
RBOS is the institution code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2R is the location code and CMS identifies the branch Cms Collateral.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.