SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21091
BOFSGB21091 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Newton Mearns, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21091 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 091 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Newton Mearns |
| City | Newton Mearns |
| 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.
- 091 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 BOFSGB21091?
BOFSGB21091 identifies Newton Mearns, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Newton Mearns, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21091 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGB21091 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21091?
BOFSGB21 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21091 points to Newton Mearns. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21091.
Do I need BOFSGB21091 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BOFSGB21091.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.