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SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21398

BOFSGB21398 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Chester, United Kingdom.

BOFSGB21398

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGB21398
8-character codeBOFSGB21
Branch code398
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchCapital Bank Nfu Vehicle Finance Preference
CityChester
CountryUnited 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.
398 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

What bank is behind BIC BOFSGB21398?

BOFSGB21398 identifies Capital Bank Nfu Vehicle Finance Preference, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Chester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use BOFSGB21398 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGB21398 with the recipient before sending.

Does Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21398?

BOFSGB21 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21398 points to Capital Bank Nfu Vehicle Finance Preference. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21398.

What do the letters in BOFSGB21398 mean?

BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 398 identifies the branch Capital Bank Nfu Vehicle Finance Preference.

What is the cheapest 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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers 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.