SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21562
RBOSGB21562 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21562 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 562 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Clearing Control Unit |
| City | London |
| 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.
- 562 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 BIC RBOSGB21562?
The code RBOSGB21562 belongs to Clearing Control Unit, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21562 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RBOSGB21562 with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of RBOSGB21562 stand for?
RBOS is the bank code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 562 identifies the branch Clearing Control Unit.
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 specialist providers before you send.
Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21562?
RBOSGB21 is the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21562 is Clearing Control Unit. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21562.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.