SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21365
BOFSGB21365 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Clydebank, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21365 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 365 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Clydebank |
| City | Clydebank |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 365 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 SWIFT code BOFSGB21365?
The code BOFSGB21365 belongs to Clydebank, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Clydebank, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21365?
BOFSGB21 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21365 points to Clydebank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BOFSGB21365 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21365 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB21365 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in BOFSGB21365 stand for?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 365 is the code of the department Clydebank.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.