SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21188
RBOSGB21188 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Worcester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21188 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 188 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Worcester |
| City | Worcester |
| 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.
- 188 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 RBOSGB21188?
The code RBOSGB21188 belongs to Worcester, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Worcester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use RBOSGB21188 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21188 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need RBOSGB21188 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB21188.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take 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.
What does each part of RBOSGB21188 stand for?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 188 is the code of the department Worcester.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.