SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1246
BOFSGBS1246 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Buckie, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1246 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 246 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Buckie - 804839 |
| City | Buckie |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 246 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 BOFSGBS1246?
BOFSGBS1246 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Buckie - 804839, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Buckie, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1246 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1246 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1246 stand for?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and 246 identifies the branch Buckie - 804839.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1246?
BOFSGBS1 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1246 points to Buckie - 804839. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1246.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. 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.