SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1176
BOFSGBS1176 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Banff, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1176 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 176 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Banff - 804801 |
| City | Banff |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 176 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1176?
BOFSGBS1176 identifies Banff - 804801, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Banff, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1176 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1176 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Do I need BOFSGBS1176 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1176.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best 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.