SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21009
BOFSGB21009 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21009 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 009 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Glasgow Queen St |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Scotland PLC 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.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 009 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 is behind BIC BOFSGB21009?
BOFSGB21009 identifies Glasgow Queen St, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21009?
BOFSGB21 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21009 points to Glasgow Queen St. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BOFSGB21009 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21009 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB21009 with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.