SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21305

RBOSGB21305 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB21305

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB21305
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code305
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchBristol
CityBristol
CountryUnited 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.
305 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 SWIFT code RBOSGB21305?

RBOSGB21305 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bristol, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest 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 specialist providers before you send.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need RBOSGB21305 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 RBOSGB21305.

What does each part of RBOSGB21305 stand for?

RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 305 is the code of the department Bristol.

What happens if I use RBOSGB21305 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RBOSGB21305 with the recipient before you confirm.

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