SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1278
BOFSGBS1278 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Lochgilphead, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1278 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 278 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Lochgilphead - 804743 |
| City | Lochgilphead |
| 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.
- 278 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 branch is behind BIC BOFSGBS1278?
The code BOFSGBS1278 belongs to Lochgilphead - 804743, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Lochgilphead, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1278 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1278 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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 is the cheapest 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 BOFSGBS1278 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. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGBS1278.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one 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.