SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21287
BOFSGB21287 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Falkirk, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21287 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 287 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Falkirk Vicar Street |
| City | Falkirk |
| 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.
- 287 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21287?
The code BOFSGB21287 belongs to Falkirk Vicar Street, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Falkirk, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21287?
BOFSGB21 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21287 is Falkirk Vicar Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21287.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of BOFSGB21287 mean?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 287 identifies the department Falkirk Vicar Street.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21287 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21287 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.