RBOSGB2LCBB — THE ROYAL BANK OF SCOTLAND PLC
RBOSGB2LCBB is the SWIFT/BIC code for THE ROYAL BANK OF SCOTLAND PLC in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
RBOSGB2LCBB is the SWIFT/BIC code for THE ROYAL BANK OF SCOTLAND PLC in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: RBOSGB2L
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | THE ROYAL BANK OF SCOTLAND PLC |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2L |
| Branch | GBP PAYMENTS AND RELATED INFORMATION ONLY |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code RBOSGB2LCBB belong to?
The SWIFT code RBOSGB2LCBB identifies THE ROYAL BANK OF SCOTLAND PLC in LONDON, United Kingdom. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code RBOSGB2LCBB mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of RBOSGB2LCBB are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (RBOS) represent the bank code for THE ROYAL BANK OF SCOTLAND PLC; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2L) specify the location code; and the final characters (CBB) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code RBOSGB2LCBB active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) RBOSGB2LCBB is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2L' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code RBOSGB2L instead of RBOSGB2LCBB?
Yes. The 8-character code RBOSGB2L represents the primary headquarters of THE ROYAL BANK OF SCOTLAND PLC. The 11-character code RBOSGB2LCBB targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to RBOSGB2L (or RBOSGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to RBOSGB2LCBB?
The physical address registered for RBOSGB2LCBB is: 5-10 GREAT TOWER STREET, EC3R 5DJ, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the RBOSGB2LCBB code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code RBOSGB2LCBB is used for international inbound wire transfers in the United Kingdom. Domestic GBP clearings route via BACS, CHAPS and Faster Payments rather than SWIFT.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).