SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21331
BOFSGB21331 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Crieff, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21331 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 331 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Crieff |
| City | Crieff |
| Country | United 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.
- 331 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 BIC BOFSGB21331?
BOFSGB21331 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Crieff, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Crieff, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add several percent 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.
What does each part of BOFSGB21331 mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 331 is the code of the branch Crieff.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21331 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGB21331 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Do I need BOFSGB21331 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGB21331.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.