SWIFT/BIC code ROYCGB2LCLS
ROYCGB2LCLS belongs to Royal Bank of Canada in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ROYCGB2LCLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ROYCGB2L |
| Branch code | CLS |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Canada |
| Branch | — |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Royal Bank of Canada SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ROYC 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.
- CLS 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 ROYCGB2LCLS?
ROYCGB2LCLS identifies Royal Bank of Canada, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Canada in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Canada in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Canada in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ROYCGB2LCLS to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need ROYCGB2LCLS.
What happens if I use ROYCGB2LCLS with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ROYCGB2LCLS against the details from Royal Bank of Canada before you confirm.
Can I use ROYCGB2L instead of ROYCGB2LCLS?
ROYCGB2L is the head office of Royal Bank of Canada, while ROYCGB2LCLS points to Royal Bank of Canada. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ROYCGB2LCLS.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.