SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21433
RBOSGB21433 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21433 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 433 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Glasgow Rutherglen West |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United 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.
- 433 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 BIC RBOSGB21433?
RBOSGB21433 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Glasgow Rutherglen West, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21433 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RBOSGB21433 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Do I need RBOSGB21433 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB21433.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21433?
RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21433 is Glasgow Rutherglen West. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use RBOSGB21433 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.