SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21095
BOFSGB21095 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21095 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 095 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Glasgow Shawlands (801497 |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 095 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 is behind SWIFT code BOFSGB21095?
BOFSGB21095 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Glasgow Shawlands (801497, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21095 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGB21095 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in BOFSGB21095 mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 095 is the code of the department Glasgow Shawlands (801497.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need BOFSGB21095 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need BOFSGB21095.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers 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.