SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21535
RBOSGB21535 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Forres, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21535 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 535 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Forres |
| City | Forres |
| 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.
- 535 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21535?
The code RBOSGB21535 belongs to Forres, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Forres, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need RBOSGB21535 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB21535.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of RBOSGB21535 mean?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 535 is the code of the department Forres.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21535?
RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21535 is Forres. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21535.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.