SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21339
RBOSGB21339 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Chester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21339 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 339 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Chester |
| City | Chester |
| Country | United 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.
- 339 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21339?
RBOSGB21339 identifies Chester, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Chester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of RBOSGB21339 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 339 identifies the department Chester.
Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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 happens if I use RBOSGB21339 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RBOSGB21339 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Do I need RBOSGB21339 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need RBOSGB21339.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.