SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21366
BOFSGB21366 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Castle Douglas, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21366 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 366 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Castle Douglas |
| City | Castle Douglas |
| 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.
- 366 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 BOFSGB21366?
The code BOFSGB21366 belongs to Castle Douglas, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Castle Douglas, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21366?
BOFSGB21 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21366 is Castle Douglas. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BOFSGB21366 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21366 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGB21366 with the recipient before sending.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need BOFSGB21366 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGB21366.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.