SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21166
BOFSGB21166 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in North Berwick, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21166 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 166 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | North Berwick |
| City | North Berwick |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 166 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 BIC BOFSGB21166?
The code BOFSGB21166 belongs to North Berwick, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in North Berwick, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21166 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGB21166 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of BOFSGB21166 stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 166 identifies the department North Berwick.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21166?
BOFSGB21 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21166 is North Berwick. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21166.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.