SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1243
BOFSGBS1243 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Perth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1243 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 243 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Perth - 804848 |
| City | Perth |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 243 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 code BOFSGBS1243?
The code BOFSGBS1243 belongs to Perth - 804848, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Perth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best 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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1243 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGBS1243 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1243 mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, S1 is the code for the city or region and 243 is the code of the branch Perth - 804848.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1243?
BOFSGBS1 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1243 is Perth - 804848. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1243.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.