SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1154
BOFSGBS1154 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Inverurie, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1154 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 154 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Inverurie - 804748 |
| City | Inverurie |
| 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.
- 154 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 is behind SWIFT code BOFSGBS1154?
The code BOFSGBS1154 belongs to Inverurie - 804748, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Inverurie, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need BOFSGBS1154 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGBS1154.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1154 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1154 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
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 the amount that arrives 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.