SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21122
BOFSGB21122 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21122 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 122 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Glasgow Glasgow Cross |
| City | Glasgow |
| 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.
- 122 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21122?
The code BOFSGB21122 belongs to Glasgow Glasgow Cross, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21122 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21122 with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need BOFSGB21122 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BOFSGB21122.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21122?
BOFSGB21 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21122 points to Glasgow Glasgow Cross. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21122.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.