SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1081
BOFSGBS1081 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Dunbar, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1081 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 081 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Dunbar (804605 |
| City | Dunbar |
| 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.
- 081 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 BIC BOFSGBS1081?
BOFSGBS1081 identifies Dunbar (804605, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Dunbar, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need BOFSGBS1081 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BOFSGBS1081.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
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 happens if I use BOFSGBS1081 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1081 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1081?
BOFSGBS1 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1081 points to Dunbar (804605. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BOFSGBS1081 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.