SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21185
BOFSGB21185 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Newton Stewart, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21185 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 185 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Newton Stewart - 801933 |
| City | Newton Stewart |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 185 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
What bank uses SWIFT code BOFSGB21185?
The code BOFSGB21185 belongs to Newton Stewart - 801933, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Newton Stewart, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of BOFSGB21185 stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 185 is the code of the branch Newton Stewart - 801933.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21185 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB21185 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BOFSGB21185 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BOFSGB21185.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.