SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21313
BOFSGB21313 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21313 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 313 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Glasgow Argyle Street (800761 |
| City | Glasgow |
| 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.
- 313 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 SWIFT code BOFSGB21313?
The code BOFSGB21313 belongs to Glasgow Argyle Street (800761, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BOFSGB21313 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGB21313.
What does each part of BOFSGB21313 mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 313 identifies the department Glasgow Argyle Street (800761.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.