SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21465
RBOSGB21465 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Huntly, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21465 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 465 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Huntly |
| City | Huntly |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 465 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 BIC RBOSGB21465?
The code RBOSGB21465 belongs to Huntly, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Huntly, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB21465 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need RBOSGB21465.
What do the letters in RBOSGB21465 stand for?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 465 is the code of the department Huntly.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use RBOSGB21465 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RBOSGB21465 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.