SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21550
RBOSGB21550 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21550 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 550 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Edinburgh Bruntsfield |
| City | Edinburgh |
| 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.
- 550 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21550?
RBOSGB21550 identifies Edinburgh Bruntsfield, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC.
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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21550?
RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21550 is Edinburgh Bruntsfield. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use RBOSGB21550 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use RBOSGB21550 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21550 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one 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.