SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21082
RBOSGB21082 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Lanark, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21082 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 082 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Lanark |
| City | Lanark |
| 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.
- 082 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 uses BIC RBOSGB21082?
The code RBOSGB21082 belongs to Lanark, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Lanark, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21082?
RBOSGB21 is the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21082 points to Lanark. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21082.
Do I need RBOSGB21082 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB21082.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21082 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21082 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.