SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1168
BOFSGBS1168 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Lerwick, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1168 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 168 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Lerwick (804783 |
| City | Lerwick |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 168 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1168?
BOFSGBS1168 identifies Lerwick (804783, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Lerwick, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1168 stand for?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and 168 identifies the branch Lerwick (804783.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1168 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1168 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1168?
BOFSGBS1 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1168 is Lerwick (804783. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1168.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.