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SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21GWM

BOFSGB21GWM belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

BOFSGB21GWM

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGB21GWM
8-character codeBOFSGB21
Branch codeGWM
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchGenesis Wealth Management (122753
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.
GWM 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 BOFSGB21GWM?

BOFSGB21GWM is the SWIFT/BIC code of Genesis Wealth Management (122753, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.

What happens if I use BOFSGB21GWM incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGB21GWM with the recipient before you confirm.

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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21GWM?

BOFSGB21 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21GWM points to Genesis Wealth Management (122753. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB21GWM.

Do I need BOFSGB21GWM to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGB21GWM.

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