SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21015
BOFSGB21015 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Strathaven, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21015 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 015 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Strathaven |
| City | Strathaven |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 015 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 is behind BIC BOFSGB21015?
BOFSGB21015 identifies Strathaven, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Strathaven, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks 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.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21015 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGB21015 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Do I need BOFSGB21015 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BOFSGB21015.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in BOFSGB21015 mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 015 identifies the department Strathaven.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.