SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21362
BOFSGB21362 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Currie, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21362 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 362 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Currie (800620 |
| City | Currie |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 362 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 BIC BOFSGB21362?
BOFSGB21362 identifies Currie (800620, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Currie, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21362 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB21362 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21362?
BOFSGB21 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21362 points to Currie (800620. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BOFSGB21362 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need BOFSGB21362 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGB21362.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.