SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21229
RBOSGB21229 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in North Berwick, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21229 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 229 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | North Berwick |
| City | North Berwick |
| 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.
- 229 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 is behind BIC RBOSGB21229?
The code RBOSGB21229 belongs to North Berwick, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in North Berwick, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21229 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RBOSGB21229 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB21229 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB21229.
Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.