SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21333
BOFSGB21333 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Alexandria, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21333 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 333 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Alexandria |
| City | Alexandria |
| 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.
- 333 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 BOFSGB21333?
BOFSGB21333 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Alexandria, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Alexandria, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got 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 BOFSGB21333?
BOFSGB21 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21333 is Alexandria. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BOFSGB21333 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21333 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21333 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Do I need BOFSGB21333 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGB21333.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.