SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21411
BOFSGB21411 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21411 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 411 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Brewin Dolphin LTD (122248 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 411 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 uses SWIFT code BOFSGB21411?
BOFSGB21411 identifies Brewin Dolphin LTD (122248, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21411?
BOFSGB21 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21411 is Brewin Dolphin LTD (122248. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BOFSGB21411 if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of BOFSGB21411 mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 411 identifies the branch Brewin Dolphin LTD (122248.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
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.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21411 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGB21411 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.