SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1044
BOFSGBS1044 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Ballater, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1044 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 044 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Bos Ballater (804532 |
| City | Ballater |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 044 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 SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1044?
The code BOFSGBS1044 belongs to Bos Ballater (804532, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Ballater, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BOFSGBS1044 for a euro transfer 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. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1044.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1044 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1044 with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1044 stand for?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, S1 is the code for the city or region and 044 is the code of the branch Bos Ballater (804532.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.