SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21183
BOFSGB21183 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Oban, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21183 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 183 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Oban Station Road (801799 |
| City | Oban |
| 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.
- 183 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 BOFSGB21183?
The code BOFSGB21183 belongs to Oban Station Road (801799, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Oban, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21183 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB21183 with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BOFSGB21183 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGB21183.
What do the letters in BOFSGB21183 mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 183 identifies the branch Oban Station Road (801799.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.