SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1113
BOFSGBS1113 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Fraserburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1113 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 113 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Fraserburgh (804862 |
| City | Fraserburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 113 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 BOFSGBS1113?
BOFSGBS1113 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Fraserburgh (804862, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Fraserburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1113 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1113 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1113 mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the code for the city or region and 113 is the code of the branch Fraserburgh (804862.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BOFSGBS1113 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1113.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.