SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1292
BOFSGBS1292 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Elgin, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1292 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 292 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Elgin High St - 804664 |
| City | Elgin |
| Country | United 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.
- 292 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 SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1292?
The code BOFSGBS1292 belongs to Elgin High St - 804664, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Elgin, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1292?
BOFSGBS1 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1292 is Elgin High St - 804664. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1292.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need BOFSGBS1292 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1292.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. 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.