SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21304
BOFSGB21304 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Dunkeld, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21304 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 304 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Dunkeld |
| City | Dunkeld |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 304 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 is behind SWIFT code BOFSGB21304?
BOFSGB21304 identifies Dunkeld, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Dunkeld, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21304 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21304 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BOFSGB21304 stand for?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 304 is the code of the department Dunkeld.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
Do I need BOFSGB21304 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BOFSGB21304.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.