SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21035
RBOSGB21035 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21035 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 035 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Manchester Levenshulme |
| City | Manchester |
| 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.
- 035 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 RBOSGB21035?
RBOSGB21035 identifies Manchester Levenshulme, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need RBOSGB21035 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need RBOSGB21035.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC.
What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21035?
RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21035 points to Manchester Levenshulme. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21035.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.