SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGGS1029
RBOSGGS1029 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland International Limited, The in St. Peter Port, Guernsey.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGGS1029 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGGS1 |
| Branch code | 029 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland International Limited, The |
| Branch | Guernsey |
| City | St. Peter Port |
| Country | Guernsey |
How the Royal Bank of Scotland International Limited, The 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.
- GG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 029 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/BIC code RBOSGGS1029?
RBOSGGS1029 identifies Guernsey, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland International Limited, The in St. Peter Port, Guernsey. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in RBOSGGS1029 mean?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland International Limited, The, GG is the ISO code of Guernsey, S1 is the location code and 029 identifies the branch Guernsey.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland International Limited, The?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use RBOSGGS1029 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGGS1029 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use RBOSGGS1 instead of RBOSGGS1029?
RBOSGGS1 points to the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland International Limited, The, while RBOSGGS1029 points to Guernsey. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGGS1029.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland International Limited, The in Guernsey?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.