SWIFT/BIC code ROYCGB2LXXX
ROYCGB2LXXX belongs to Royal Bank of Canada in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ROYCGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ROYCGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Canada |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Royal Bank of Canada SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 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/BIC code ROYCGB2LXXX?
The code ROYCGB2LXXX belongs to the headquarters of Royal Bank of Canada in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Royal Bank of Canada.
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 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Canada?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need ROYCGB2LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need ROYCGB2LXXX.
Is ROYCGB2L and ROYCGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. ROYCGB2L is the 8-character version of ROYCGB2LXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Royal Bank of Canada in London.
Has Royal Bank of Canada got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Canada in United Kingdom. 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.