SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21382
BOFSGB21382 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Chester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21382 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 382 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Chester Rfs Pref Acc Cent - 120126 |
| City | Chester |
| 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.
- 382 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 BOFSGB21382?
BOFSGB21382 identifies Chester Rfs Pref Acc Cent - 120126, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Chester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BOFSGB21382 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need BOFSGB21382.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21382 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21382 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21382?
BOFSGB21 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21382 points to Chester Rfs Pref Acc Cent - 120126. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BOFSGB21382 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.