SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21140
BOFSGB21140 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21140 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 140 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Edinburgh South Gyle |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 140 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 uses BIC BOFSGB21140?
BOFSGB21140 identifies Edinburgh South Gyle, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21140 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGB21140 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21140?
BOFSGB21 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21140 is Edinburgh South Gyle. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21140.
Do I need BOFSGB21140 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need BOFSGB21140.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.