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SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1283

BOFSGBS1283 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

BOFSGBS1283

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGBS1283
8-character codeBOFSGBS1
Branch code283
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchGlasow Argyle Street - 804697
CityGlasgow
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
283 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 SWIFT code BOFSGBS1283?

The code BOFSGBS1283 belongs to Glasow Argyle Street - 804697, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1283?

BOFSGBS1 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1283 points to Glasow Argyle Street - 804697. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1283.

What happens if I use BOFSGBS1283 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1283 with the recipient before you confirm.

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.

Do I need BOFSGBS1283 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1283.

How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers 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.