SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21131
RBOSGB21131 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Lenzie, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21131 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 131 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Lenzie |
| City | Lenzie |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 131 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 SWIFT code RBOSGB21131?
RBOSGB21131 identifies Lenzie, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Lenzie, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need RBOSGB21131 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need RBOSGB21131.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use RBOSGB21131 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB21131 with the recipient before you confirm.
Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers 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.