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SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1187

BOFSGBS1187 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Perth, United Kingdom.

BOFSGBS1187

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGBS1187
8-character codeBOFSGBS1
Branch code187
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchPerth (804831
CityPerth
CountryUnited 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.
187 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 uses SWIFT code BOFSGBS1187?

BOFSGBS1187 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Perth (804831, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Perth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need BOFSGBS1187 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGBS1187.

How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What happens if I use BOFSGBS1187 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1187 with the recipient before you confirm.

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. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.

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

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.