SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21455
BOFSGB21455 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21455 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | 455 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Drummond Miller (802625 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 455 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 branch is behind SWIFT code BOFSGB21455?
The code BOFSGB21455 belongs to Drummond Miller (802625, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need BOFSGB21455 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 BOFSGB21455.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21455?
BOFSGB21 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21455 points to Drummond Miller (802625. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BOFSGB21455 if the recipient asks for it.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got more 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.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services 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.