SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB22GLW
BOFSGB22GLW belongs to Bank of Scotland in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB22GLW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB22 |
| Branch code | GLW |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland |
| Branch | Treasury |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Scotland SWIFT/BIC is structured
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).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GLW 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 BOFSGB22GLW?
The code BOFSGB22GLW belongs to Treasury, a unit of Bank of Scotland in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland?
Banks often add several percent 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.
Do I need BOFSGB22GLW to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BOFSGB22GLW.
Can I use BOFSGB22 instead of BOFSGB22GLW?
BOFSGB22 is the head office of Bank of Scotland, while BOFSGB22GLW points to Treasury. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB22GLW.
Has Bank of Scotland got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.