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SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1020

BOFSGBS1020 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Norwich, United Kingdom.

BOFSGBS1020

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGBS1020
8-character codeBOFSGBS1
Branch code020
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchNorwich (R) 12.48.20
CityNorwich
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.
020 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 bank uses SWIFT code BOFSGBS1020?

BOFSGBS1020 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Norwich (R) 12.48.20, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Norwich, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need BOFSGBS1020 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGBS1020.

Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1020?

BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1020 is Norwich (R) 12.48.20. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BOFSGBS1020 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1020 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1020 with the recipient before you confirm.

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

Yes – we list 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

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