SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1165
BOFSGBS1165 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Langholm, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1165 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 165 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Langholm (804777 |
| City | Langholm |
| 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.
- 165 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 SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1165?
BOFSGBS1165 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Langholm (804777, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Langholm, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1165 mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and 165 identifies the branch Langholm (804777.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more 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?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1165?
BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1165 is Langholm (804777. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1165.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1165 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1165 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.