SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21223
BOFSGB21223 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21223 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 223 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Edinburgh Comely Bank - 800233 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| 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.
- 223 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 is behind SWIFT code BOFSGB21223?
The code BOFSGB21223 belongs to Edinburgh Comely Bank - 800233, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21223?
BOFSGB21 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21223 points to Edinburgh Comely Bank - 800233. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21223.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21223 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGB21223 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
What do the letters in BOFSGB21223 stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 223 identifies the department Edinburgh Comely Bank - 800233.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.