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SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21021

RBOSGB21021 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB21021

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB21021
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code021
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchLondon Mayfair
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
021 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 is behind SWIFT code RBOSGB21021?

RBOSGB21021 is the SWIFT/BIC code of London Mayfair, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter RBOSGB21021 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RBOSGB21021 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.

How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need RBOSGB21021 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need RBOSGB21021.

What do the letters in RBOSGB21021 stand for?

RBOS is the institution code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 021 identifies the department London Mayfair.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.