SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21445
RBOSGB21445 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Forth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21445 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 445 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Forth |
| City | Forth |
| 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.
- 445 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 BIC RBOSGB21445?
RBOSGB21445 identifies Forth, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Forth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got 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.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21445?
RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21445 points to Forth. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use RBOSGB21445 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use RBOSGB21445 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RBOSGB21445 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.