SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21591
RBOSGB21591 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Dalkeith, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21591 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 591 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Dalkeith A |
| City | Dalkeith |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Royal Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 591 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 is behind SWIFT code RBOSGB21591?
RBOSGB21591 identifies Dalkeith A, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Dalkeith, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have 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.
Do I need RBOSGB21591 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need RBOSGB21591.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21591?
RBOSGB21 points to the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21591 is Dalkeith A. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBOSGB21591.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.