SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21026
BOFSGB21026 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Dunoon, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21026 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 026 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Dunoon |
| City | Dunoon |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 026 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 code BOFSGB21026?
BOFSGB21026 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dunoon, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Dunoon, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need BOFSGB21026 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGB21026.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21026?
BOFSGB21 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21026 is Dunoon. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BOFSGB21026 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21026 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB21026 with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare 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.