SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21495
RBOSGB21495 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Dundee, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21495 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 495 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Dundee Lochee |
| City | Dundee |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 495 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21495?
RBOSGB21495 identifies Dundee Lochee, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Dundee, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have 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.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21495?
RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21495 points to Dundee Lochee. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21495.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need RBOSGB21495 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need RBOSGB21495.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.