SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21371
RBOSGB21371 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21371 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 371 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Aberdeen Queens Cross |
| City | Aberdeen |
| 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.
- 371 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 RBOSGB21371?
The code RBOSGB21371 belongs to Aberdeen Queens Cross, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use RBOSGB21371 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB21371 with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in RBOSGB21371 mean?
RBOS is the institution code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 371 is the code of the branch Aberdeen Queens Cross.
Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21371?
RBOSGB21 is the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21371 is Aberdeen Queens Cross. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use RBOSGB21371 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best 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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.