SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1120
BOFSGBS1120 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1120 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 120 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Glasgow 54 Sauchie - 804692 |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 120 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 is behind BIC BOFSGBS1120?
The code BOFSGBS1120 belongs to Glasgow 54 Sauchie - 804692, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1120 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 120 is the code of the branch Glasgow 54 Sauchie - 804692.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks 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.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1120?
BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1120 points to Glasgow 54 Sauchie - 804692. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1120.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BOFSGBS1120 for a euro transfer 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 still need BOFSGBS1120.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.