SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21419

RBOSGB21419 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Bedford, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB21419

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB21419
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code419
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchBedford
CityBedford
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
419 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 RBOSGB21419?

The code RBOSGB21419 belongs to Bedford, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Bedford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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.

Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21419?

RBOSGB21 points to the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21419 points to Bedford. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21419.

What happens if I enter RBOSGB21419 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21419 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 in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of RBOSGB21419 stand for?

RBOS is the institution code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 419 identifies the branch Bedford.

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