SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21037
BOFSGB21037 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Bishopton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21037 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 037 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Bishopton |
| City | Bishopton |
| 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.
- 037 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 branch is behind SWIFT code BOFSGB21037?
BOFSGB21037 identifies Bishopton, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Bishopton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need BOFSGB21037 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGB21037.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21037 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21037 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21037?
BOFSGB21 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21037 points to Bishopton. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BOFSGB21037 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.