SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21EUL
BOFSGB21EUL belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21EUL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | EUL |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Payments and International Services-Eur |
| City | London |
| 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.
- EUL 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 uses SWIFT code BOFSGB21EUL?
The code BOFSGB21EUL belongs to Payments and International Services-Eur, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BOFSGB21EUL for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BOFSGB21EUL.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21EUL with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGB21EUL with the recipient before sending.
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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in BOFSGB21EUL stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and EUL identifies the department Payments and International Services-Eur.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.