SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB21SG2
BOFSGB21SG2 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB21SG2 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB21 |
| Branch code | SG2 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Saga Branch 2 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- SG2 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 BIC BOFSGB21SG2?
BOFSGB21SG2 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Saga Branch 2, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BOFSGB21SG2 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB21SG2 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Can I use BOFSGB21 instead of BOFSGB21SG2?
BOFSGB21 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB21SG2 is Saga Branch 2. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BOFSGB21SG2 if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of BOFSGB21SG2 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 SG2 identifies the branch Saga Branch 2.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BOFSGB21SG2 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BOFSGB21SG2.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.