SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21050
BOFSGB21050 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Kilmarnock, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21050 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 050 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Kilmarnock (800853 |
| City | Kilmarnock |
| 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.
- 050 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 uses BIC BOFSGB21050?
BOFSGB21050 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kilmarnock (800853, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Kilmarnock, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21050 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB21050 with the recipient before sending.
What is the best 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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21050?
BOFSGB21 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21050 points to Kilmarnock (800853. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BOFSGB21050 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.