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SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21580

RBOSGB21580 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Preston, United Kingdom.

RBOSGB21580

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBOSGB21580
8-character codeRBOSGB21
Branch code580
BankRoyal Bank of Scotland PLC
BranchPreston Fulwood A
CityPreston
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.
580 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 BIC RBOSGB21580?

RBOSGB21580 identifies Preston Fulwood A, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Preston, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 884 SWIFT/BIC codes for Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter RBOSGB21580 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RBOSGB21580 with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21580?

RBOSGB21 is the main office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21580 is Preston Fulwood A. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21580.

Do I need RBOSGB21580 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB21580.

How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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