SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21132
RBOSGB21132 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Livingston, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21132 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 132 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Livingston |
| City | Livingston |
| 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.
- 132 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21132?
RBOSGB21132 identifies Livingston, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Livingston, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21132 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RBOSGB21132 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in RBOSGB21132 stand for?
RBOS is the institution code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 132 is the code of the branch Livingston.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21132?
RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21132 is Livingston. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21132.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.