SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21454
RBOSGB21454 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21454 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 454 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Glasgow Argyle Street |
| 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.
- 454 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 is behind BIC RBOSGB21454?
RBOSGB21454 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Glasgow Argyle Street, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have other 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 RBOSGB21454?
RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21454 is Glasgow Argyle Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21454.
What is the best 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 specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21454 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RBOSGB21454 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.