SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21352
BOFSGB21352 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21352 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 352 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Aberdeen John Street |
| City | Aberdeen |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 352 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 BIC BOFSGB21352?
BOFSGB21352 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Aberdeen John Street, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21352 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB21352 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21352?
BOFSGB21 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21352 points to Aberdeen John Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21352.
What is the cheapest 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 specialist providers 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, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BOFSGB21352 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 still need BOFSGB21352.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.