SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21138
BOFSGB21138 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21138 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 138 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Glasgow Chief Office |
| 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.
- 138 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 code BOFSGB21138?
The code BOFSGB21138 belongs to Glasgow Chief Office, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21138?
BOFSGB21 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21138 points to Glasgow Chief Office. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21138.
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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21138 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21138 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.