SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1201
BOFSGBS1201 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Stonehaven, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1201 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 201 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Stonehaven (804860 |
| City | Stonehaven |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 201 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 uses BIC BOFSGBS1201?
BOFSGBS1201 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Stonehaven (804860, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Stonehaven, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1201 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGBS1201 with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1201 mean?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, S1 is the code for the city or region and 201 is the code of the branch Stonehaven (804860.
Do I need BOFSGBS1201 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGBS1201.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.