SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1050
BOFSGBS1050 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Kilmarnock, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1050 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 050 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Kilmarnock (800853 |
| City | Kilmarnock |
| Country | United 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.
- 050 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 BIC BOFSGBS1050?
The code BOFSGBS1050 belongs to Kilmarnock (800853, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Kilmarnock, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need BOFSGBS1050 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1050.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
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 specialist providers before you send.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got more 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.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1050 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1050 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.