SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21316

BOFSGB21316 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

BOFSGB21316

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGB21316
8-character codeBOFSGB21
Branch code316
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchGlasgow Sandyford
CityGlasgow
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
316 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 BIC BOFSGB21316?

The code BOFSGB21316 belongs to Glasgow Sandyford, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need BOFSGB21316 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need BOFSGB21316.

What does each part of BOFSGB21316 stand for?

BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 316 identifies the branch Glasgow Sandyford.

What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often 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.

Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more 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.