SWIFT/BIC code RBOSGB21RTN
RBOSGB21RTN belongs to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBOSGB21RTN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBOSGB21 |
| Branch code | RTN |
| Bank | Royal Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Sterling/Euro Returns |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- RTN 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 branch uses SWIFT code RBOSGB21RTN?
RBOSGB21RTN identifies Sterling/Euro Returns, a branch or department of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if 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.
How long does it take to send money to Royal Bank of Scotland PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need RBOSGB21RTN 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. For other currencies you still need RBOSGB21RTN.
Can I use RBOSGB21 instead of RBOSGB21RTN?
RBOSGB21 is the head office of Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, while RBOSGB21RTN points to Sterling/Euro Returns. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use RBOSGB21RTN if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter RBOSGB21RTN with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check RBOSGB21RTN 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.