SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21139
RBOSGB21139 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Lerwick, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21139 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 139 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Lerwick |
| City | Lerwick |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 139 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 RBOSGB21139?
RBOSGB21139 identifies Lerwick, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Lerwick, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21139?
RBOSGB21 is the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21139 points to Lerwick. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use RBOSGB21139 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need RBOSGB21139 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB21139.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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.
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. Compare 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.