SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21059
BOFSGB21059 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Inverurie, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21059 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 059 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Inverurie - 800841 |
| City | Inverurie |
| 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.
- 059 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 BOFSGB21059?
BOFSGB21059 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Inverurie - 800841, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Inverurie, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often 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.
Do I need BOFSGB21059 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BOFSGB21059.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21059?
BOFSGB21 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21059 points to Inverurie - 800841. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21059.
What does each part of BOFSGB21059 mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 059 identifies the branch Inverurie - 800841.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.