SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21521

RBOSGB21521 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Dumfries, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB21521

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB21521
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code521
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchDumfries High Street
CityDumfries
CountryUnited 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.
521 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 RBOSGB21521?

The code RBOSGB21521 belongs to Dumfries High Street, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Dumfries, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use RBOSGB21521 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21521 with the recipient before sending.

Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21521?

RBOSGB21 points to the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21521 is Dumfries High Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21521.

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. All of them are listed on the page of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC.

How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need RBOSGB21521 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need RBOSGB21521.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.