SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21360
BOFSGB21360 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Bridge of Weir, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21360 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 360 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Bridge of Weir |
| City | Bridge of Weir |
| 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.
- 360 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 is behind BIC BOFSGB21360?
BOFSGB21360 identifies Bridge of Weir, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Bridge of Weir, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21360?
BOFSGB21 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21360 points to Bridge of Weir. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21360.
What do the letters in BOFSGB21360 stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 360 is the code of the department Bridge of Weir.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21360 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGB21360 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare 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.