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SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21575

RBOSGB21575 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB21575

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB21575
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code575
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchGlasgow Service Centre
CityGlasgow
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.
575 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 code RBOSGB21575?

RBOSGB21575 identifies Glasgow Service Centre, part of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need RBOSGB21575 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB21575.

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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What do the letters in RBOSGB21575 stand for?

RBOS is the institution code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 575 identifies the branch Glasgow Service Centre.

What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?

Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.

What happens if I use RBOSGB21575 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBOSGB21575 against the details from Royal Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.

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