SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1242
BOFSGBS1242 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Kilmarnock, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1242 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 242 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Kilmarnock - 804855 |
| City | Kilmarnock |
| 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.
- 242 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 is behind BIC BOFSGBS1242?
BOFSGBS1242 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kilmarnock - 804855, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Kilmarnock, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1242?
BOFSGBS1 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1242 points to Kilmarnock - 804855. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BOFSGBS1242 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BOFSGBS1242 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BOFSGBS1242.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1242 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1242 with the recipient before you confirm.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.