SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21086
BOFSGB21086 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Lossiemouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21086 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 086 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Lossiemouth (800891 |
| City | Lossiemouth |
| 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.
- 086 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 code BOFSGB21086?
The code BOFSGB21086 belongs to Lossiemouth (800891, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Lossiemouth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21086?
BOFSGB21 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21086 points to Lossiemouth (800891. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21086.
Do I need BOFSGB21086 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGB21086.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.