SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21288
BOFSGB21288 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Ellon, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21288 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 288 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Ellon |
| City | Ellon |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 288 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/BIC code BOFSGB21288?
BOFSGB21288 identifies Ellon, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Ellon, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21288 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGB21288 with the recipient before sending.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more 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 best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21288?
BOFSGB21 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21288 is Ellon. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BOFSGB21288 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need BOFSGB21288 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGB21288.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.