SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21228
RBOSGB21228 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Northampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21228 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 228 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Northampton |
| City | Northampton |
| 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.
- 228 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 BIC RBOSGB21228?
RBOSGB21228 identifies Northampton, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Northampton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21228?
RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21228 points to Northampton. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21228.
Do I need RBOSGB21228 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB21228.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. 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.