SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB2LXXX
BOFSGB2LXXX belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Scotland PLC 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).
- 2L 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 bank is behind BIC BOFSGB2LXXX?
The code BOFSGB2LXXX belongs to the headquarters of Bank of Scotland PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Bank of Scotland PLC does not need a specific branch.
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.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in BOFSGB2LXXX mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What happens if I enter BOFSGB2LXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGB2LXXX against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Do I need BOFSGB2LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGB2LXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.