SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21317
RBOSGB21317 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Cumnock, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21317 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 317 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Cumnock |
| City | Cumnock |
| 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.
- 317 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 RBOSGB21317?
RBOSGB21317 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cumnock, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Cumnock, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use RBOSGB21317 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB21317 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
What does each part of RBOSGB21317 stand for?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 317 identifies the branch Cumnock.
Do I need RBOSGB21317 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need RBOSGB21317.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.