SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21271
BOFSGB21271 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21271 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 271 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Giant (122183 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 271 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 BOFSGB21271?
BOFSGB21271 identifies Giant (122183, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need BOFSGB21271 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BOFSGB21271.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21271 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB21271 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21271?
BOFSGB21 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21271 points to Giant (122183. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21271.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.