SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21519
RBOSGB21519 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Dunbar, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21519 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 519 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Dunbar |
| City | Dunbar |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 519 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 BIC RBOSGB21519?
RBOSGB21519 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dunbar, a unit of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Dunbar, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use RBOSGB21519 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB21519 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in RBOSGB21519 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 519 identifies the department Dunbar.
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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need RBOSGB21519 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB21519.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.