SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21178
BOFSGB21178 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Wishaw, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21178 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 178 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Wishaw Main Street (801942 |
| City | Wishaw |
| 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.
- 178 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 BOFSGB21178?
The code BOFSGB21178 belongs to Wishaw Main Street (801942, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Wishaw, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks 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.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21178 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB21178 with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21178?
BOFSGB21 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21178 is Wishaw Main Street (801942. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BOFSGB21178 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need BOFSGB21178 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 BOFSGB21178.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.