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SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21258

RBOSGB21258 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB21258

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB21258
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code258
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchSheffield Moor
CitySheffield
CountryUnited 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.
258 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 RBOSGB21258?

RBOSGB21258 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sheffield Moor, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need RBOSGB21258 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need RBOSGB21258.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in RBOSGB21258 mean?

RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 258 is the code of the department Sheffield Moor.

What happens if I use RBOSGB21258 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21258 with the recipient before sending.

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