SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21359
RBOSGB21359 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Ashford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21359 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 359 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Ashford, Kent |
| City | Ashford |
| 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.
- 359 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 BIC RBOSGB21359?
RBOSGB21359 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ashford, Kent, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Ashford, 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 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.
What do the letters in RBOSGB21359 mean?
RBOS is the institution code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 359 is the code of the department Ashford, Kent.
Do I need RBOSGB21359 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 RBOSGB21359.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21359?
RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21359 is Ashford, Kent. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use RBOSGB21359 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.