SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21334
BOFSGB21334 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Airdrie, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21334 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 334 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Airdrie South Bridge Street |
| City | Airdrie |
| Country | United 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.
- 334 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 SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21334?
BOFSGB21334 identifies Airdrie South Bridge Street, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Airdrie, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest 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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BOFSGB21334 mean?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 334 identifies the department Airdrie South Bridge Street.
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.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BOFSGB21334 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGB21334.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.