SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21097
RBOSGB21097 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Kilmacolm, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21097 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 097 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Kilmacolm |
| City | Kilmacolm |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 097 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 bank uses BIC RBOSGB21097?
RBOSGB21097 identifies Kilmacolm, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Kilmacolm, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in RBOSGB21097 stand for?
RBOS is the institution code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 097 is the code of the branch Kilmacolm.
Do I need RBOSGB21097 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB21097.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21097?
RBOSGB21 points to the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21097 points to Kilmacolm. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21097.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.