SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21507
RBOSGB21507 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Duns, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21507 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 507 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Duns |
| City | Duns |
| 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.
- 507 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 RBOSGB21507?
The code RBOSGB21507 belongs to Duns, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Duns, 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?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB21507 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need RBOSGB21507.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21507 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RBOSGB21507 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21507?
RBOSGB21 is the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21507 is Duns. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21507.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.