SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21342
RBOSGB21342 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Cowdenbeath, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21342 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 342 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Cowdenbeath |
| City | Cowdenbeath |
| 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.
- 342 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 uses SWIFT code RBOSGB21342?
The code RBOSGB21342 belongs to Cowdenbeath, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Cowdenbeath, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need RBOSGB21342 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need RBOSGB21342.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best 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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got 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 enter RBOSGB21342 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21342 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.