SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1260
BOFSGBS1260 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Ayr, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1260 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 260 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Ayr High Street - 804804 |
| City | Ayr |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 260 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 BIC BOFSGBS1260?
The code BOFSGBS1260 belongs to Ayr High Street - 804804, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Ayr, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1260?
BOFSGBS1 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1260 is Ayr High Street - 804804. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1260.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1260 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1260 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1260 stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and 260 is the code of the branch Ayr High Street - 804804.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.