SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1175

BOFSGBS1175 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Lockerbie, United Kingdom.

BOFSGBS1175

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGBS1175
8-character codeBOFSGBS1
Branch code175
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchLockerbie (804796
CityLockerbie
CountryUnited 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.
175 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 BOFSGBS1175?

The code BOFSGBS1175 belongs to Lockerbie (804796, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Lockerbie, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need BOFSGBS1175 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGBS1175.

What happens if I use BOFSGBS1175 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1175 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.

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, for the head office and several branches or departments. 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.