SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21323

BOFSGB21323 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Giffnock, United Kingdom.

BOFSGB21323

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGB21323
8-character codeBOFSGB21
Branch code323
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchGiffnock (800695
CityGiffnock
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.
323 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21323?

The code BOFSGB21323 belongs to Giffnock (800695, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Giffnock, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I use BOFSGB21323 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGB21323 with the recipient before sending.

How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?

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

Do I need BOFSGB21323 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGB21323.

What does each part of BOFSGB21323 stand for?

BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 323 identifies the department Giffnock (800695.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.