SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1198
BOFSGBS1198 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Shotts, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1198 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 198 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Shotts (804851 |
| City | Shotts |
| 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.
- 198 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 BIC BOFSGBS1198?
BOFSGBS1198 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Shotts (804851, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Shotts, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1198?
BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1198 is Shotts (804851. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BOFSGBS1198 if the recipient asks for it.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1198 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1198 with the recipient before sending.
Do I need BOFSGBS1198 to send euros 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. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGBS1198.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.