SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21227

RBOSGB21227 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Pitlochry, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB21227

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB21227
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code227
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchPitlochry
CityPitlochry
CountryUnited 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.
227 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

What bank uses SWIFT code RBOSGB21227?

The code RBOSGB21227 belongs to Pitlochry, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Pitlochry, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21227?

RBOSGB21 is the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21227 points to Pitlochry. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21227.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter RBOSGB21227 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB21227 with the recipient before sending.

How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need RBOSGB21227 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB21227.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.