SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21164
BOFSGB21164 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Jedburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21164 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 164 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Jedburgh |
| City | Jedburgh |
| 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.
- 164 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 uses SWIFT code BOFSGB21164?
The code BOFSGB21164 belongs to Jedburgh, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Jedburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more 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.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% 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 use BOFSGB21164 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21164 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21164?
BOFSGB21 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21164 points to Jedburgh. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21164.
Do I need BOFSGB21164 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BOFSGB21164.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.