SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21237
BOFSGB21237 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21237 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 237 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Centrebanki A Pritchard Stockbrockers Branch |
| City | Edinburgh |
| 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.
- 237 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 BOFSGB21237?
The code BOFSGB21237 belongs to Centrebanki A Pritchard Stockbrockers Branch, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21237 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21237 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21237?
BOFSGB21 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21237 points to Centrebanki A Pritchard Stockbrockers Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21237.
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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BOFSGB21237 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BOFSGB21237.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.