SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21070
BOFSGB21070 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Haddington, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21070 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 070 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Haddington (800823 |
| City | Haddington |
| 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.
- 070 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 BIC BOFSGB21070?
BOFSGB21070 identifies Haddington (800823, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Haddington, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21070 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGB21070 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
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 – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in BOFSGB21070 mean?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 070 identifies the branch Haddington (800823.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BOFSGB21070 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BOFSGB21070.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.