SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21258
BOFSGB21258 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21258 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 258 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Edin Royal Mile - 120881 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| 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.
- 258 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 is behind SWIFT code BOFSGB21258?
BOFSGB21258 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Edin Royal Mile - 120881, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more 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 BOFSGB21258?
BOFSGB21 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21258 points to Edin Royal Mile - 120881. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21258.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BOFSGB21258 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGB21258.
What is the cheapest 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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.