SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21224
RBOSGB21224 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Portree, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21224 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 224 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Portree |
| City | Portree |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 224 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21224?
The code RBOSGB21224 belongs to Portree, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Portree, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21224?
RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21224 points to Portree. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21224.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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 RBOSGB21224 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB21224 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Do I need RBOSGB21224 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need RBOSGB21224.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.