SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21444
RBOSGB21444 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Fraserburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21444 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 444 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Fraserburgh |
| City | Fraserburgh |
| 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.
- 444 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21444?
The code RBOSGB21444 belongs to Fraserburgh, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Fraserburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need RBOSGB21444 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB21444.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in RBOSGB21444 mean?
RBOS is the institution code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 444 is the code of the department Fraserburgh.
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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21444 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21444 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.