SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21007
BOFSGB21007 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21007 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 007 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Aberdeen Tullos |
| City | Aberdeen |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 007 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 BIC BOFSGB21007?
BOFSGB21007 identifies Aberdeen Tullos, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
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.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BOFSGB21007 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGB21007.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21007 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB21007 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in BOFSGB21007 stand for?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 007 identifies the branch Aberdeen Tullos.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.