SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21031
BOFSGB21031 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21031 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 031 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Glasgow Byres Road - 801462 |
| City | Glasgow |
| 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.
- 031 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 BOFSGB21031?
BOFSGB21031 identifies Glasgow Byres Road - 801462, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21031 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGB21031 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in BOFSGB21031 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 031 identifies the department Glasgow Byres Road - 801462.
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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BOFSGB21031 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BOFSGB21031.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21031?
BOFSGB21 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21031 points to Glasgow Byres Road - 801462. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BOFSGB21031 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.