SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21085
RBOSGB21085 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Knutsford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21085 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 085 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Knutsford |
| City | Knutsford |
| 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.
- 085 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 SWIFT code RBOSGB21085?
The code RBOSGB21085 belongs to Knutsford, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Knutsford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21085 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21085 with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of RBOSGB21085 stand for?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 085 is the code of the department Knutsford.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB21085 to send euros 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 RBOSGB21085.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.