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SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21462

RBOSGB21462 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Harrow, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB21462

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB21462
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code462
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchHarrow
CityHarrow
CountryUnited 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.
462 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 RBOSGB21462?

RBOSGB21462 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Harrow, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Harrow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need RBOSGB21462 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB21462.

How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21462?

RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21462 points to Harrow. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use RBOSGB21462 if the recipient asks for it.

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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.