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SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1110

BOFSGBS1110 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Forfar, United Kingdom.

BOFSGBS1110

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGBS1110
8-character codeBOFSGBS1
Branch code110
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchForfar (804676
CityForfar
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
110 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

What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1110?

BOFSGBS1110 identifies Forfar (804676, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Forfar, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use BOFSGBS1110 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1110 with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What does each part of BOFSGBS1110 stand for?

BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the code for the city or region and 110 is the code of the branch Forfar (804676.

Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1110?

BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1110 points to Forfar (804676. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1110.

Do I need BOFSGBS1110 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGBS1110.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.