SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21114
BOFSGB21114 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Dunfermline, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21114 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 114 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Visa Centre - 802042 |
| City | Dunfermline |
| 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.
- 114 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 BOFSGB21114?
The code BOFSGB21114 belongs to Visa Centre - 802042, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Dunfermline, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often 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.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21114 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB21114 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21114?
BOFSGB21 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21114 points to Visa Centre - 802042. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BOFSGB21114 if the recipient 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, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
What do the letters in BOFSGB21114 stand for?
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 114 is the code of the department Visa Centre - 802042.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.