SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1003
BOFSGBS1003 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Brighton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1003 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 003 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Brighton (R) 12.45.58 |
| City | Brighton |
| 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).
- S1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 003 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 BOFSGBS1003?
BOFSGBS1003 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Brighton (R) 12.45.58, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Brighton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1003 stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and 003 is the code of the department Brighton (R) 12.45.58.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1003 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1003 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Do I need BOFSGBS1003 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGBS1003.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.