SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21216
RBOSGB21216 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Peebles, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21216 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 216 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Peebles |
| City | Peebles |
| 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.
- 216 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 BIC RBOSGB21216?
RBOSGB21216 identifies Peebles, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Peebles, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in RBOSGB21216 mean?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 216 is the code of the branch Peebles.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks 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.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21216?
RBOSGB21 points to the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21216 is Peebles. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21216.
What happens if I use RBOSGB21216 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB21216 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.