SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21236
RBOSGB21236 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Norwich, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21236 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 236 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Norwich |
| City | Norwich |
| 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.
- 236 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 is behind SWIFT code RBOSGB21236?
RBOSGB21236 identifies Norwich, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Norwich, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21236?
RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21236 is Norwich. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21236.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB21236 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB21236.
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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.