SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21098
RBOSGB21098 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Kilbirnie, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21098 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 098 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Kilbirnie |
| City | Kilbirnie |
| 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.
- 098 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 code RBOSGB21098?
The code RBOSGB21098 belongs to Kilbirnie, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Kilbirnie, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use RBOSGB21098 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21098 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
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.
Do I need RBOSGB21098 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 still need RBOSGB21098.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.