SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21061

RBOSGB21061 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB21061

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB21061
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code061
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchManchester West Didsbury
CityManchester
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.
061 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/BIC code RBOSGB21061?

RBOSGB21061 identifies Manchester West Didsbury, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21061?

RBOSGB21 points to the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21061 points to Manchester West Didsbury. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use RBOSGB21061 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use RBOSGB21061 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21061 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.

Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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