SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21325

BOFSGB21325 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

BOFSGB21325

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGB21325
8-character codeBOFSGB21
Branch code325
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchGlasgow Anniesland
CityGlasgow
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
325 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 BIC BOFSGB21325?

BOFSGB21325 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Glasgow Anniesland, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in BOFSGB21325 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 325 identifies the department Glasgow Anniesland.

What happens if I enter BOFSGB21325 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGB21325 with the recipient before you confirm.

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.

Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21325?

BOFSGB21 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21325 points to Glasgow Anniesland. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BOFSGB21325 if the recipient 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.

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