SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21004
BOFSGB21004 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21004 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 004 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Edinburgh George St - 801110 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOFS 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.
- 004 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 is behind BIC BOFSGB21004?
BOFSGB21004 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Edinburgh George St - 801110, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21004?
BOFSGB21 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21004 is Edinburgh George St - 801110. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21004.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21004 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGB21004 with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of BOFSGB21004 stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 004 identifies the department Edinburgh George St - 801110.
Do I need BOFSGB21004 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BOFSGB21004.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.