SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21171
RBOSGB21171 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Stepps, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21171 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 171 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Stepps |
| City | Stepps |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 171 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 is behind SWIFT code RBOSGB21171?
RBOSGB21171 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Stepps, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Stepps, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21171?
RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21171 is Stepps. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use RBOSGB21171 if the recipient asks for it.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21171 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RBOSGB21171 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Do I need RBOSGB21171 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need RBOSGB21171.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.