SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1170
BOFSGBS1170 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Linlithgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1170 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 170 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Linlithgow (804787 |
| City | Linlithgow |
| 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.
- 170 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 code BOFSGBS1170?
The code BOFSGBS1170 belongs to Linlithgow (804787, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Linlithgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1170 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1170 with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need BOFSGBS1170 for a euro transfer 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. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGBS1170.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.