SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21014
BOFSGB21014 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Tarbert, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21014 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 014 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Tarbert Argyll |
| City | Tarbert |
| 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.
- 014 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 SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21014?
BOFSGB21014 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tarbert Argyll, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Tarbert, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21014?
BOFSGB21 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21014 points to Tarbert Argyll. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21014.
What does each part of BOFSGB21014 mean?
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 014 is the code of the branch Tarbert Argyll.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21014 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGB21014 with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BOFSGB21014 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 BOFSGB21014.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.