SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1271
BOFSGBS1271 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1271 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 271 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Kirkcaldy High St - 804764 |
| City | Kirkcaldy |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 271 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 BOFSGBS1271?
BOFSGBS1271 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kirkcaldy High St - 804764, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1271?
BOFSGBS1 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1271 points to Kirkcaldy High St - 804764. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1271.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got more 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.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1271 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1271 with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1271 stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the code for the city or region and 271 is the code of the branch Kirkcaldy High St - 804764.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.