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SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1015

BOFSGBS1015 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

BOFSGBS1015

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGBS1015
8-character codeBOFSGBS1
Branch code015
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchLiverpool (R) 12.47.88
CityLiverpool
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
015 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/BIC code BOFSGBS1015?

BOFSGBS1015 identifies Liverpool (R) 12.47.88, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1015?

BOFSGBS1 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1015 is Liverpool (R) 12.47.88. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BOFSGBS1015 if the recipient asks for it.

Does Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.

How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need BOFSGBS1015 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1015.

What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1015 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGBS1015 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.