SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21419
BOFSGB21419 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21419 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 419 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Bos Shared Mort Appr No 1 (802067 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| 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.
- 419 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 is behind SWIFT code BOFSGB21419?
The code BOFSGB21419 belongs to Bos Shared Mort Appr No 1 (802067, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21419 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21419 with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of BOFSGB21419 stand for?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 419 is the code of the branch Bos Shared Mort Appr No 1 (802067.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need BOFSGB21419 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGB21419.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.