SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21577
RBOSGB21577 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Urmston, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21577 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 577 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Urmston A |
| City | Urmston |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 577 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 is behind SWIFT code RBOSGB21577?
The code RBOSGB21577 belongs to Urmston A, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Urmston, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Royal Bank of Scotland PLC got 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.
What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often 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 RBOSGB21577?
RBOSGB21 points to the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21577 points to Urmston A. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21577.
Do I need RBOSGB21577 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 do need RBOSGB21577.
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. 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.