SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21497
RBOSGB21497 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Dundee, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21497 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 497 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Dundee Chief Office |
| City | Dundee |
| Country | United 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.
- 497 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 uses SWIFT code RBOSGB21497?
RBOSGB21497 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dundee Chief Office, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Dundee, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need RBOSGB21497 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB21497.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use RBOSGB21497 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21497 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in RBOSGB21497 mean?
RBOS is the institution 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 497 identifies the department Dundee Chief Office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.