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SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1287

BOFSGBS1287 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Fort Augustus, United Kingdom.

BOFSGBS1287

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGBS1287
8-character codeBOFSGBS1
Branch code287
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchFort Augustus
CityFort Augustus
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.
287 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 BOFSGBS1287?

BOFSGBS1287 identifies Fort Augustus, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Fort Augustus, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need BOFSGBS1287 to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BOFSGBS1287.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1287 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGBS1287 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.

What do the letters in BOFSGBS1287 stand for?

BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, S1 is the code for the city or region and 287 identifies the department Fort Augustus.

What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.