SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21443
RBOSGB21443 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Preston, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21443 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 443 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Preston, Fulwood |
| City | Preston |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 443 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21443?
RBOSGB21443 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Preston, Fulwood, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Preston, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21443?
RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21443 is Preston, Fulwood. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21443.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB21443 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB21443.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.