SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21248
BOFSGB21248 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21248 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 248 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Edinburgh Royal Mile - 121268 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 248 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21248?
The code BOFSGB21248 belongs to Edinburgh Royal Mile - 121268, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21248 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21248 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
What do the letters in BOFSGB21248 stand for?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 248 identifies the branch Edinburgh Royal Mile - 121268.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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.
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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21248?
BOFSGB21 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21248 is Edinburgh Royal Mile - 121268. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21248.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.