SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1143
BOFSGBS1143 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Greenock, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1143 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 143 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Greenock - 804725 |
| City | Greenock |
| 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.
- 143 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 BOFSGBS1143?
BOFSGBS1143 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Greenock - 804725, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Greenock, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1143 stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and 143 identifies the branch Greenock - 804725.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1143 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1143 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1143?
BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1143 is Greenock - 804725. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1143.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare 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.