SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1083
BOFSGBS1083 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Dundee, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1083 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 083 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | West Marketgait (804607 |
| City | Dundee |
| 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.
- 083 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1083?
BOFSGBS1083 is the SWIFT/BIC code of West Marketgait (804607, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Dundee, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1083 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1083 with the recipient before sending.
Do I need BOFSGBS1083 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BOFSGBS1083.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive 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.