SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21240
RBOSGB21240 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Ormskirk, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21240 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 240 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Ormskirk |
| City | Ormskirk |
| 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.
- 240 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 code RBOSGB21240?
The code RBOSGB21240 belongs to Ormskirk, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Ormskirk, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21240 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21240 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of RBOSGB21240 mean?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 240 is the code of the branch Ormskirk.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21240?
RBOSGB21 points to the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21240 points to Ormskirk. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21240.
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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.