SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21303
BOFSGB21303 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Dyce, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21303 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 303 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Dyce |
| City | Dyce |
| 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.
- 303 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 BIC BOFSGB21303?
BOFSGB21303 identifies Dyce, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Dyce, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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 BOFSGB21303 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21303 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21303?
BOFSGB21 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21303 points to Dyce. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21303.
What do the letters in BOFSGB21303 mean?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 303 identifies the department Dyce.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.