SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1174
BOFSGBS1174 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Lochgilphead, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1174 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 174 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Lochgilphead (802017 |
| City | Lochgilphead |
| 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.
- 174 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 BOFSGBS1174?
The code BOFSGBS1174 belongs to Lochgilphead (802017, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Lochgilphead, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got 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.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1174 mean?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and 174 is the code of the department Lochgilphead (802017.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1174 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1174 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1174?
BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1174 points to Lochgilphead (802017. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1174.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive 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.