SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB31002
BOFSGB31002 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Chester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB31002 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB31 |
| Branch code | 002 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Chester Frf Pref Cent Chaps - 120131 |
| City | Chester |
| 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).
- 31 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 002 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 uses SWIFT code BOFSGB31002?
BOFSGB31002 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chester Frf Pref Cent Chaps - 120131, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Chester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BOFSGB31002 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGB31002 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use BOFSGB31 instead of BOFSGB31002?
BOFSGB31 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGB31002 is Chester Frf Pref Cent Chaps - 120131. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGB31002.
What does each part of BOFSGB31002 mean?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 31 is the code for the city or region and 002 is the code of the department Chester Frf Pref Cent Chaps - 120131.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.