SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21161
BOFSGB21161 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Kinross, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21161 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 161 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Kinross |
| City | Kinross |
| 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.
- 161 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/BIC code BOFSGB21161?
BOFSGB21161 identifies Kinross, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Kinross, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
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.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21161 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB21161 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21161?
BOFSGB21 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21161 points to Kinross. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21161.
What does each part of BOFSGB21161 mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 161 identifies the department Kinross.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.