SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21388
RBOSGB21388 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Blairgowrie, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21388 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 388 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Blairgowrie |
| City | Blairgowrie |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 388 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 is behind BIC RBOSGB21388?
The code RBOSGB21388 belongs to Blairgowrie, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Blairgowrie, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need RBOSGB21388 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB21388.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA 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 RBOSGB21388?
RBOSGB21 points to the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21388 points to Blairgowrie. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use RBOSGB21388 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest 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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21388 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RBOSGB21388 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.