SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21054
RBOSGB21054 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21054 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 054 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Manchester University |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 054 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 is behind BIC RBOSGB21054?
RBOSGB21054 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Manchester University, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB21054 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB21054.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21054?
RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21054 is Manchester University. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21054.
Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got other 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. 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?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives 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.