SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21408
RBOSGB21408 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Barrow-In-Furness, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21408 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 408 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Barrow-In-Furness |
| City | Barrow-In-Furness |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 408 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 SWIFT code RBOSGB21408?
RBOSGB21408 identifies Barrow-In-Furness, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Barrow-In-Furness, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got other 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 RBOSGB21408?
RBOSGB21 is the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21408 is Barrow-In-Furness. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use RBOSGB21408 if the recipient asks for it.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21408 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RBOSGB21408 with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need RBOSGB21408 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need RBOSGB21408.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.