SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1206
BOFSGBS1206 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Troon, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1206 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 206 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Troon (R) 80.48.72 |
| City | Troon |
| Country | United 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.
- 206 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 SWIFT code BOFSGBS1206?
The code BOFSGBS1206 belongs to Troon (R) 80.48.72, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Troon, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1206 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1206 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest 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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more 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.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1206?
BOFSGBS1 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1206 points to Troon (R) 80.48.72. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1206.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1206 mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the code for the city or region and 206 identifies the branch Troon (R) 80.48.72.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.