SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1060
BOFSGBS1060 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Broxburn, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1060 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 060 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Bos Broxburn (804563 |
| City | Broxburn |
| 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.
- 060 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 BOFSGBS1060?
BOFSGBS1060 identifies Bos Broxburn (804563, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Broxburn, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BOFSGBS1060 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BOFSGBS1060.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1060 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1060 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1060 stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and 060 identifies the branch Bos Broxburn (804563.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.