SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21306
BOFSGB21306 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Dunblane, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21306 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 306 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Dunblane |
| City | Dunblane |
| 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.
- 306 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 bank is behind BIC BOFSGB21306?
BOFSGB21306 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dunblane, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Dunblane, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21306 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB21306 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21306?
BOFSGB21 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21306 is Dunblane. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21306.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BOFSGB21306 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BOFSGB21306.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.