SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1220
BOFSGBS1220 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Newcastle, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1220 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 220 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Private Banking Newcastle |
| City | Newcastle |
| 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.
- 220 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/BIC code BOFSGBS1220?
The code BOFSGBS1220 belongs to Private Banking Newcastle, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Newcastle, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1220 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1220 with the recipient before sending.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got other 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.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BOFSGBS1220 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 BOFSGBS1220.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1220?
BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1220 points to Private Banking Newcastle. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1220.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.