SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1099
BOFSGBS1099 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1099 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 099 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Liberton (806444 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 099 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/BIC code BOFSGBS1099?
The code BOFSGBS1099 belongs to Liberton (806444, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1099?
BOFSGBS1 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1099 is Liberton (806444. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1099.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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 happens if I use BOFSGBS1099 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1099 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1099 mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and 099 is the code of the department Liberton (806444.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.