ROYCGB2F — RBC EUROPE LIMITED
ROYCGB2F is the SWIFT/BIC code for RBC EUROPE LIMITED in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
ROYCGB2F is the SWIFT/BIC code for RBC EUROPE LIMITED in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | RBC EUROPE LIMITED |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2F |
| Branch | WEALTH MANAGEMENT |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code ROYCGB2F belong to?
The SWIFT code ROYCGB2F identifies RBC EUROPE LIMITED in LONDON, United Kingdom. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code ROYCGB2F mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of ROYCGB2F are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (ROYC) represent the bank code for RBC EUROPE LIMITED; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2F) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code ROYCGB2F active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) ROYCGB2F is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2F' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code ROYCGB2F instead of ROYCGB2F?
Yes. The 8-character code ROYCGB2F represents the primary headquarters of RBC EUROPE LIMITED. The 11-character code ROYCGB2F targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to ROYCGB2F (or ROYCGB2FXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to ROYCGB2F?
The physical address registered for ROYCGB2F is: FLOOR 3, 100 BISHOPSGATE, EC2N 4AA, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the ROYCGB2F code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code ROYCGB2F 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).