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SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21241

RBOSGB21241 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Oldham, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB21241

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB21241
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code241
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchOldham
CityOldham
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
241 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/BIC code RBOSGB21241?

RBOSGB21241 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Oldham, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Oldham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What does each part of RBOSGB21241 stand for?

RBOS is the institution code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 241 is the code of the department Oldham.

What happens if I use RBOSGB21241 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB21241 with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need RBOSGB21241 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB21241.

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