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SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1065

BOFSGBS1065 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Castle Douglas, United Kingdom.

BOFSGBS1065

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGBS1065
8-character codeBOFSGBS1
Branch code065
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchCastle Douglas (R) 80.45.73
CityCastle Douglas
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
065 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 BOFSGBS1065?

BOFSGBS1065 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Castle Douglas (R) 80.45.73, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Castle Douglas, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need BOFSGBS1065 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1065.

How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1065 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGBS1065 with the recipient before you confirm.

Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.