SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1082
BOFSGBS1082 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Dunblane, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1082 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 082 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Dunblane (804606 |
| City | Dunblane |
| 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.
- 082 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 BOFSGBS1082?
BOFSGBS1082 identifies Dunblane (804606, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Dunblane, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1082 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGBS1082 with the recipient before you confirm.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1082?
BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1082 points to Dunblane (804606. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BOFSGBS1082 if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1082 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 082 identifies the branch Dunblane (804606.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.