SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21377
RBOSGB21377 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Alness, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21377 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 377 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Alness |
| City | Alness |
| 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.
- 377 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 RBOSGB21377?
RBOSGB21377 identifies Alness, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Alness, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need RBOSGB21377 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need RBOSGB21377.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use RBOSGB21377 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB21377 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got other 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.