SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1068
BOFSGBS1068 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Coatbridge, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1068 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 068 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Coatbridge (804578 |
| City | Coatbridge |
| Country | United 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.
- 068 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 BOFSGBS1068?
BOFSGBS1068 identifies Coatbridge (804578, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Coatbridge, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1068?
BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1068 points to Coatbridge (804578. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BOFSGBS1068 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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
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 – the difference can be large.
Do I need BOFSGBS1068 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGBS1068.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.