SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB2SXXX
RBOSGB2SXXX belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB2SXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB2S |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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).
- 2S 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
Which bank is behind SWIFT code RBOSGB2SXXX?
RBOSGB2SXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in RBOSGB2SXXX stand for?
RBOS is the institution code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2S is the location code and XXX means the head office.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use RBOSGB2SXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RBOSGB2SXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need RBOSGB2SXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 RBOSGB2SXXX.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.