SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21431
RBOSGB21431 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21431 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 431 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Glasgow Shawlands |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United 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.
- 431 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 BIC RBOSGB21431?
RBOSGB21431 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Glasgow Shawlands, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of RBOSGB21431 stand for?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 431 identifies the department Glasgow Shawlands.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21431?
RBOSGB21 is the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21431 is Glasgow Shawlands. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21431.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21431 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB21431 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best 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.
Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.