SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21343
BOFSGB21343 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Alness, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21343 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 343 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Alness Ross-Shire |
| City | Alness |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 343 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21343?
BOFSGB21343 identifies Alness Ross-Shire, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Alness, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21343 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21343 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BOFSGB21343 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGB21343.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21343?
BOFSGB21 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21343 points to Alness Ross-Shire. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21343.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.