SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21456
RBOSGB21456 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Helensburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21456 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 456 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Helensburgh |
| City | Helensburgh |
| 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.
- 456 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 SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21456?
RBOSGB21456 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Helensburgh, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Helensburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in RBOSGB21456 stand for?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 456 is the code of the branch Helensburgh.
What happens if I use RBOSGB21456 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21456 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.