SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1103
BOFSGBS1103 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1103 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 103 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Edinburgh George St - 804657 |
| 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.
- 103 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 BOFSGBS1103?
BOFSGBS1103 identifies Edinburgh George St - 804657, a unit 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 BOFSGBS1103?
BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1103 points to Edinburgh George St - 804657. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BOFSGBS1103 if the recipient 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, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks 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.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1103 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGBS1103 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Do I need BOFSGBS1103 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGBS1103.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.