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SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21044

RBOSGB21044 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Muir of Ord, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB21044

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB21044
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code044
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchMuir of Ord
CityMuir of Ord
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
044 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 is behind SWIFT code RBOSGB21044?

RBOSGB21044 identifies Muir of Ord, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Muir of Ord, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use RBOSGB21044 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21044 with the recipient before sending.

What does each part of RBOSGB21044 stand for?

RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 044 is the code of the branch Muir of Ord.

What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21044?

RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21044 points to Muir of Ord. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use RBOSGB21044 if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need RBOSGB21044 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB21044.

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