SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21141

RBOSGB21141 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Sunderland, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB21141

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB21141
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code141
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchSunderland
CitySunderland
CountryUnited 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.
141 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 RBOSGB21141?

RBOSGB21141 identifies Sunderland, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Sunderland, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need RBOSGB21141 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB21141.

Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21141?

RBOSGB21 is the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21141 points to Sunderland. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21141.

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.

What happens if I enter RBOSGB21141 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RBOSGB21141 with the recipient before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.