SWIFT/BIC code BOFIGB3LXXX
BOFIGB3LXXX belongs to Bank of Ireland (First Currency Services) in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFIGB3LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFIGB3L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Ireland (First Currency Services) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Ireland (First Currency Services) SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOFI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 3L Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind SWIFT code BOFIGB3LXXX?
BOFIGB3LXXX identifies the headquarters of Bank of Ireland (First Currency Services) in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Bank of Ireland (First Currency Services) does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter BOFIGB3LXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFIGB3LXXX against the details from Bank of Ireland (First Currency Services) before you confirm.
Do I need BOFIGB3LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BOFIGB3LXXX.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Ireland (First Currency Services) take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is BOFIGB3L and BOFIGB3LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BOFIGB3L is the 8-character version of BOFIGB3LXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Bank of Ireland (First Currency Services) in London.
What do the letters in BOFIGB3LXXX stand for?
BOFI is the bank code of Bank of Ireland (First Currency Services), GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 3L is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.