SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1164
BOFSGBS1164 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Lanark, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1164 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 164 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Lanark (804776 |
| City | Lanark |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 164 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/BIC code BOFSGBS1164?
BOFSGBS1164 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Lanark (804776, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Lanark, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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 BOFSGBS1164 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGBS1164.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1164 mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and 164 is the code of the branch Lanark (804776.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1164 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1164 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.