SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21340
BOFSGB21340 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Aviemore, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21340 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 340 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Aviemore - 800540 |
| City | Aviemore |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 340 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 branch uses SWIFT code BOFSGB21340?
BOFSGB21340 identifies Aviemore - 800540, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Aviemore, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need BOFSGB21340 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGB21340.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21340 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21340 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21340?
BOFSGB21 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21340 points to Aviemore - 800540. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BOFSGB21340 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive 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.