SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21400
RBOSGB21400 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Bonnyrigg, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21400 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 400 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Bonnyrigg |
| City | Bonnyrigg |
| 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.
- 400 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21400?
RBOSGB21400 identifies Bonnyrigg, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Bonnyrigg, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21400?
RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21400 points to Bonnyrigg. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21400.
What is the cheapest 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.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21400 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RBOSGB21400 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Do I need RBOSGB21400 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need RBOSGB21400.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.