SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1223
BOFSGBS1223 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1223 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 223 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Private Banking Manchester |
| City | Manchester |
| 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.
- 223 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1223?
The code BOFSGBS1223 belongs to Private Banking Manchester, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need BOFSGBS1223 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGBS1223.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1223 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1223 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.