SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21146
BOFSGB21146 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Langholm, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21146 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 146 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Langholm (801706 |
| City | Langholm |
| 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.
- 146 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 SWIFT code BOFSGB21146?
BOFSGB21146 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Langholm (801706, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Langholm, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need BOFSGB21146 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGB21146.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21146 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGB21146 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.