SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21300
BOFSGB21300 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Cupar, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21300 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 300 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Cupar |
| City | Cupar |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 300 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 uses BIC BOFSGB21300?
The code BOFSGB21300 belongs to Cupar, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Cupar, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need BOFSGB21300 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGB21300.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got 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 happens if I use BOFSGB21300 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGB21300 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21300?
BOFSGB21 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21300 points to Cupar. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21300.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.