SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21008
BOFSGB21008 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21008 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 008 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Edinburgh Tollcross |
| City | Edinburgh |
| 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.
- 008 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21008?
BOFSGB21008 identifies Edinburgh Tollcross, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BOFSGB21008 stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 008 is the code of the department Edinburgh Tollcross.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21008 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGB21008 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Do I need BOFSGB21008 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BOFSGB21008.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.