SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21032
BOFSGB21032 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21032 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 032 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Glasgow Dennistoun |
| 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.
- 032 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 SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21032?
The code BOFSGB21032 belongs to Glasgow Dennistoun, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BOFSGB21032 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGB21032.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21032 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB21032 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21032?
BOFSGB21 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21032 points to Glasgow Dennistoun. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BOFSGB21032 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.