SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB3EXXX
BOFSGB3EXXX belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGB3EXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGB3E |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Glasgow |
| 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).
- 3E 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGB3EXXX?
BOFSGB3EXXX identifies the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Bank of Scotland PLC does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of BOFSGB3EXXX mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 3E is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
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.
What happens if I use BOFSGB3EXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGB3EXXX with the recipient before sending.
Is BOFSGB3E and BOFSGB3EXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BOFSGB3E is the short version of BOFSGB3EXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.