SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21C15
BOFSGB21C15 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21C15 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | C15 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Specialist Finance (122751 |
| City | Glasgow |
| 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.
- C15 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 BOFSGB21C15?
The code BOFSGB21C15 belongs to Specialist Finance (122751, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21C15 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB21C15 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BOFSGB21C15 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGB21C15.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21C15?
BOFSGB21 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21C15 is Specialist Finance (122751. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21C15.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.