SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21143
BOFSGB21143 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Leven, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21143 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 143 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Leven High Street (801733 |
| City | Leven |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 143 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 code BOFSGB21143?
The code BOFSGB21143 belongs to Leven High Street (801733, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Leven, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21143 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGB21143 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
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.
Do I need BOFSGB21143 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BOFSGB21143.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21143?
BOFSGB21 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21143 points to Leven High Street (801733. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21143.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.