SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21043
RBOSGB21043 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Melrose, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21043 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 043 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Melrose |
| City | Melrose |
| Country | United 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.
- 043 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 bank uses BIC RBOSGB21043?
RBOSGB21043 identifies Melrose, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Melrose, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21043?
RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21043 is Melrose. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use RBOSGB21043 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use RBOSGB21043 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RBOSGB21043 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest 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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of RBOSGB21043 stand for?
RBOS is the institution code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 043 is the code of the branch Melrose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.