SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21155
RBOSGB21155 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Swansea, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21155 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 155 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Swansea |
| City | Swansea |
| 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.
- 155 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/BIC code RBOSGB21155?
RBOSGB21155 identifies Swansea, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Swansea, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21155?
RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21155 is Swansea. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21155.
What happens if I use RBOSGB21155 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21155 with the recipient before you confirm.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need RBOSGB21155 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need RBOSGB21155.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.