SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1080
BOFSGBS1080 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Dumfries, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1080 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 080 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Dumfries (R) 80.46.04 |
| City | Dumfries |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 080 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 SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1080?
BOFSGBS1080 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dumfries (R) 80.46.04, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Dumfries, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1080 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGBS1080 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
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.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1080 stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and 080 identifies the department Dumfries (R) 80.46.04.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.