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SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21087

RBOSGB21087 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Kirkwall, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB21087

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB21087
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code087
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchKirkwall
CityKirkwall
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.
087 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 uses BIC RBOSGB21087?

RBOSGB21087 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kirkwall, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Kirkwall, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I use RBOSGB21087 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RBOSGB21087 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need RBOSGB21087 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need RBOSGB21087.

Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21087?

RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21087 is Kirkwall. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use RBOSGB21087 if the recipient asks for it.

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