SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21307
RBOSGB21307 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21307 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 307 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Cambridge Hills Road |
| City | Cambridge |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 307 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21307?
RBOSGB21307 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cambridge Hills Road, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Cambridge, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21307?
RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21307 points to Cambridge Hills Road. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21307.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB21307 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB21307.
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.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.