SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21254
RBOSGB21254 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Selkirk, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21254 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 254 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Selkirk |
| City | Selkirk |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 254 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 SWIFT code RBOSGB21254?
The code RBOSGB21254 belongs to Selkirk, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Selkirk, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use RBOSGB21254 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB21254 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have 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.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB21254 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need RBOSGB21254.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.