SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21189
BOFSGB21189 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Selkirk, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21189 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 189 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Selkirk (801866 |
| City | Selkirk |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 189 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 BOFSGB21189?
BOFSGB21189 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Selkirk (801866, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Selkirk, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BOFSGB21189 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BOFSGB21189.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21189 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB21189 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21189?
BOFSGB21 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21189 points to Selkirk (801866. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21189.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.