SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21074

BOFSGB21074 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Penicuik, United Kingdom.

BOFSGB21074

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGB21074
8-character codeBOFSGB21
Branch code074
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchPenicuik
CityPenicuik
CountryUnited 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.
074 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 SWIFT code BOFSGB21074?

BOFSGB21074 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Penicuik, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Penicuik, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.

What happens if I use BOFSGB21074 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGB21074 with the recipient before sending.

Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21074?

BOFSGB21 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21074 is Penicuik. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21074.

What does each part of BOFSGB21074 stand for?

BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 074 identifies the department Penicuik.

What is the best 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.