SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21361
BOFSGB21361 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Bridge of Allan, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21361 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 361 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Bridge of Allan - 800581 |
| City | Bridge of Allan |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 361 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21361?
BOFSGB21361 identifies Bridge of Allan - 800581, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Bridge of Allan, 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?
Many banks 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.
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 BOFSGB21361 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGB21361.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21361 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGB21361 with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of BOFSGB21361 mean?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 361 is the code of the department Bridge of Allan - 800581.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.