SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1286
BOFSGBS1286 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Galston, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1286 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 286 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Galston |
| City | Galston |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 286 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 BOFSGBS1286?
BOFSGBS1286 identifies Galston, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Galston, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1286 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1286 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1286?
BOFSGBS1 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1286 is Galston. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BOFSGBS1286 if the recipient asks for it.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got 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 best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1286 mean?
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 286 identifies the department Galston.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.