How to notify Royal Bank of Scotland of a death
Last reviewed May 2026
Part of NatWest Group.
Contact the Royal Bank of Scotland bereavement team
0800 161 5903Tap to call.
Prefer not to call? Use the online form instead.
They say to expect a reply within 5-10 working days.
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Online formRecommended
https://natwest.assure.wtwco.com/bereavementBy phone
Call 0800 161 5903
Official Royal Bank of Scotland bereavement page
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Published response time
Royal Bank of Scotland say to expect a reply within 5-10 working days.
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About the Death Notification Service
The Death Notification Service (DNS) lets you notify many UK banks and building societies in a single submission. Check the DNS list of member organisations before contacting Royal Bank of Scotland separately.
Before you change any payments
Don't cancel direct debits before you notify them. The bank will freeze and review payments as part of the bereavement process, and cancelling early can leave insurance or utilities unpaid.
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Read guideWe link out to Royal Bank of Scotland's official bereavement channel above. This page is general guidance and is not legal or financial advice.
