SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21411

RBOSGB21411 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Beauly, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB21411

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB21411
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code411
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchBeauly
CityBeauly
CountryUnited 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.
411 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 uses SWIFT code RBOSGB21411?

RBOSGB21411 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Beauly, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Beauly, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter RBOSGB21411 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB21411 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?

Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.

Do I need RBOSGB21411 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need RBOSGB21411.

How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21411?

RBOSGB21 is the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21411 points to Beauly. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21411.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.