SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1274
BOFSGBS1274 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Helensburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1274 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 274 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Kilcreggan |
| City | Helensburgh |
| 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.
- 274 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1274?
The code BOFSGBS1274 belongs to Kilcreggan, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Helensburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1274?
BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1274 is Kilcreggan. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1274.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1274 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1274 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1274 stand for?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and 274 is the code of the branch Kilcreggan.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.