SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1093
BOFSGBS1093 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1093 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 093 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Edinburgh Comely Bank - 804627 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 093 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 uses SWIFT code BOFSGBS1093?
The code BOFSGBS1093 belongs to Edinburgh Comely Bank - 804627, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1093?
BOFSGBS1 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1093 points to Edinburgh Comely Bank - 804627. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1093.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1093 stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and 093 identifies the branch Edinburgh Comely Bank - 804627.
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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1093 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1093 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.