SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21301
RBOSGB21301 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Broomhill, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21301 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 301 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Broomhill |
| City | Broomhill |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 301 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 is behind BIC RBOSGB21301?
RBOSGB21301 identifies Broomhill, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Broomhill, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21301?
RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21301 points to Broomhill. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21301.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC.
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 is the best 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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Do I need RBOSGB21301 to send euros 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 still need RBOSGB21301.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.