SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21BCO

BOFSGB21BCO belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

BOFSGB21BCO

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGB21BCO
8-character codeBOFSGB21
Branch codeBCO
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchBarrett and Cooke Branch (122755
CityEdinburgh
CountryUnited 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.
BCO 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 code BOFSGB21BCO?

BOFSGB21BCO is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barrett and Cooke Branch (122755, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21BCO?

BOFSGB21 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21BCO points to Barrett and Cooke Branch (122755. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21BCO.

What happens if I use BOFSGB21BCO incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21BCO with the recipient before sending.

Has Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 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.

How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.