SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1112
BOFSGBS1112 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Inverness, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1112 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 112 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Inverness City - 804681 |
| City | Inverness |
| 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.
- 112 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 BOFSGBS1112?
The code BOFSGBS1112 belongs to Inverness City - 804681, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Inverness, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1112?
BOFSGBS1 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1112 is Inverness City - 804681. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BOFSGBS1112 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1112 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1112 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got 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 is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Do I need BOFSGBS1112 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of 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 BOFSGBS1112.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.