SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1018
BOFSGBS1018 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1018 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 018 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Manchester (R) 12.48.03 |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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).
- S1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 018 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/BIC code BOFSGBS1018?
BOFSGBS1018 identifies Manchester (R) 12.48.03, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need BOFSGBS1018 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGBS1018.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1018 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1018 with the recipient before sending.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.