SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1325
BOFSGBS1325 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Elgin, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1325 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 325 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Elgin High St - 804565 |
| City | Elgin |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 325 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 BOFSGBS1325?
The code BOFSGBS1325 belongs to Elgin High St - 804565, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Elgin, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need BOFSGBS1325 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1325.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1325 stand for?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and 325 identifies the branch Elgin High St - 804565.
What is the cheapest 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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.