SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21607
RBOSGB21607 belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21607 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | 607 |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Private Bank |
| City | Leeds |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 607 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/BIC code RBOSGB21607?
The code RBOSGB21607 belongs to Private Bank, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB21607 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need RBOSGB21607.
What do the letters in RBOSGB21607 stand for?
RBOS is the institution code of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 607 identifies the branch Private Bank.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Royal Bank of Scotland PLC have other 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.