SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21517
RBOSGB21517 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Dundee, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21517 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 517 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Dundee Ninewells Hospital |
| 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.
- 517 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21517?
The code RBOSGB21517 belongs to Dundee Ninewells Hospital, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Dundee, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21517?
RBOSGB21 points to the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21517 is Dundee Ninewells Hospital. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21517.
Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got other 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.
What is the best 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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of RBOSGB21517 stand for?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 517 is the code of the department Dundee Ninewells Hospital.
What happens if I use RBOSGB21517 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21517 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.