SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1256
BOFSGBS1256 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Moffat, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1256 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 256 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Moffat |
| City | Moffat |
| 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.
- 256 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 BIC BOFSGBS1256?
BOFSGBS1256 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Moffat, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Moffat, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1256?
BOFSGBS1 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1256 is Moffat. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1256.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BOFSGBS1256 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGBS1256.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.