SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21020
RBOSGB21020 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21020 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 020 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | London Millbank |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RBOS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 020 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
Which branch uses BIC RBOSGB21020?
RBOSGB21020 identifies London Millbank, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC.
What does each part of RBOSGB21020 stand for?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 020 identifies the department London Millbank.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21020?
RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21020 is London Millbank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21020.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21020 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21020 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.