SWIFT/BIC code BOFSDEB1XXX
BOFSDEB1XXX belongs to Bank of Scotland in Berlin, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSDEB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSDEB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Berlin |
| Country | Germany |
How the Bank of Scotland SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOFS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- B1 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 bank uses SWIFT code BOFSDEB1XXX?
The code BOFSDEB1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Bank of Scotland in Berlin, Germany. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bank of Scotland.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BOFSDEB1XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BOFSDEB1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are BOFSDEB1 and BOFSDEB1XXX the same code?
Yes. BOFSDEB1 is the short version of BOFSDEB1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Bank of Scotland in Berlin.
Does Bank of Scotland use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BOFSDEB1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bank of Scotland in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.