SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1023
BOFSGBS1023 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Reading, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1023 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 023 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Reading (R) 12.48.41 |
| City | Reading |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 023 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 is behind BIC BOFSGBS1023?
The code BOFSGBS1023 belongs to Reading (R) 12.48.41, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Reading, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1023?
BOFSGBS1 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1023 points to Reading (R) 12.48.41. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1023.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1023 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGBS1023 with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
Do I need BOFSGBS1023 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of 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 BOFSGBS1023.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.