SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1006
BOFSGBS1006 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Chester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1006 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 006 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Chester (R) 12.45.75 |
| 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).
- S1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 006 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 is behind SWIFT code BOFSGBS1006?
BOFSGBS1006 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chester (R) 12.45.75, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Chester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest 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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BOFSGBS1006 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1006.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1006 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGBS1006 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1006 mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the code for the city or region and 006 is the code of the branch Chester (R) 12.45.75.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.