SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1024
BOFSGBS1024 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1024 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 024 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Aberdeen 201 Union Street (801208 |
| City | Aberdeen |
| 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.
- 024 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
What bank is behind BIC BOFSGBS1024?
The code BOFSGBS1024 belongs to Aberdeen 201 Union Street (801208, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Aberdeen, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1024 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 024 identifies the department Aberdeen 201 Union Street (801208.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1024 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGBS1024 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1024?
BOFSGBS1 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1024 is Aberdeen 201 Union Street (801208. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BOFSGBS1024 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.