SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21MBM
BOFSGB21MBM belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21MBM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | MBM |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | The Mortgage Business Team2 - 124915 |
| City | Halifax |
| Country | United 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.
- MBM 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/BIC code BOFSGB21MBM?
The code BOFSGB21MBM belongs to The Mortgage Business Team2 - 124915, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Halifax, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BOFSGB21MBM to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need BOFSGB21MBM.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB21MBM incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGB21MBM with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in BOFSGB21MBM stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and MBM is the code of the branch The Mortgage Business Team2 - 124915.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have other 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.