SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21081
BOFSGB21081 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Rutherglen, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21081 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 081 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Rutherglen |
| City | Rutherglen |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 081 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21081?
BOFSGB21081 identifies Rutherglen, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Rutherglen, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in BOFSGB21081 stand for?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 081 is the code of the department Rutherglen.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21081?
BOFSGB21 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21081 is Rutherglen. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21081.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21081 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGB21081 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.