SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21260
BOFSGB21260 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21260 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 260 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Edin Royal Mile - 120577 |
| 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.
- 260 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 code BOFSGB21260?
BOFSGB21260 identifies Edin Royal Mile - 120577, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need BOFSGB21260 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BOFSGB21260.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21260?
BOFSGB21 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21260 is Edin Royal Mile - 120577. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BOFSGB21260 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21260 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21260 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.