SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21251
RBOSGB21251 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Saltcoats, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21251 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 251 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Saltcoats |
| City | Saltcoats |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 251 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 bank uses SWIFT code RBOSGB21251?
RBOSGB21251 identifies Saltcoats, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Saltcoats, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
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.
Do I need RBOSGB21251 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB21251.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in RBOSGB21251 stand for?
RBOS is the institution code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 251 is the code of the branch Saltcoats.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.