SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21130

BOFSGB21130 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Paisley, United Kingdom.

BOFSGB21130

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGB21130
8-character codeBOFSGB21
Branch code130
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchPaisley The Cross (809127
CityPaisley
CountryUnited 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.
130 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 BIC BOFSGB21130?

BOFSGB21130 identifies Paisley The Cross (809127, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Paisley, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21130?

BOFSGB21 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21130 is Paisley The Cross (809127. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21130.

How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need BOFSGB21130 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGB21130.

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, for the head office and several branches or departments. 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.