SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21206
RBOSGB21206 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Wakefield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21206 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 206 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Wakefield |
| City | Wakefield |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 206 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 SWIFT code RBOSGB21206?
RBOSGB21206 identifies Wakefield, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Wakefield, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21206?
RBOSGB21 points to the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21206 points to Wakefield. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21206.
Do I need RBOSGB21206 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB21206.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21206 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB21206 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services 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.