SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1250
BOFSGBS1250 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Peebles, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1250 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 250 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Peebles |
| City | Peebles |
| 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.
- 250 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
What bank uses SWIFT code BOFSGBS1250?
BOFSGBS1250 identifies Peebles, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Peebles, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1250?
BOFSGBS1 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1250 is Peebles. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BOFSGBS1250 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1250 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1250 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
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 – the difference can be large.
Do I need BOFSGBS1250 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1250.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.