SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21069
BOFSGB21069 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Hamilton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21069 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 069 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Hamilton New Cross |
| City | Hamilton |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 069 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/BIC code BOFSGB21069?
BOFSGB21069 identifies Hamilton New Cross, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Hamilton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21069?
BOFSGB21 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21069 points to Hamilton New Cross. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21069.
What do the letters in BOFSGB21069 stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 069 is the code of the branch Hamilton New Cross.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% 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 BOFSGB21069 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21069 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.