SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21049
BOFSGB21049 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21049 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 049 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Kirkcudbright (800863 |
| City | Kirkcudbright |
| 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.
- 049 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 uses BIC BOFSGB21049?
BOFSGB21049 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kirkcudbright (800863, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Kirkcudbright, 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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21049 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21049 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21049?
BOFSGB21 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21049 points to Kirkcudbright (800863. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21049.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BOFSGB21049 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGB21049.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.