SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB22XXX
BOFSGB22XXX belongs to Bank of Scotland in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Scotland 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).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB22XXX?
The code BOFSGB22XXX belongs to the head office of Bank of Scotland in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of Scotland does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use BOFSGB22XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB22XXX with the recipient before sending.
Is BOFSGB22 and BOFSGB22XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BOFSGB22 is the short version of BOFSGB22XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bank of Scotland in London.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BOFSGB22XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGB22XXX.
What does each part of BOFSGB22XXX mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 22 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.