SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1169
BOFSGBS1169 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Leven, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1169 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 169 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Leven High Street (804785 |
| City | Leven |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 169 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 BOFSGBS1169?
BOFSGBS1169 identifies Leven High Street (804785, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Leven, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need BOFSGBS1169 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BOFSGBS1169.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1169?
BOFSGBS1 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1169 is Leven High Street (804785. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BOFSGBS1169 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1169 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1169 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
What is the best 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 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.