SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1264
BOFSGBS1264 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Lesmahagow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1264 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 264 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Lesmahagow |
| City | Lesmahagow |
| 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.
- 264 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/BIC code BOFSGBS1264?
BOFSGBS1264 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Lesmahagow, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Lesmahagow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1264 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1264 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1264 mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and 264 identifies the branch Lesmahagow.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BOFSGBS1264 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1264.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.