SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1327
BOFSGBS1327 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Dundee, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1327 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 327 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Broughty Ferry |
| City | Dundee |
| 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.
- 327 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 BIC BOFSGBS1327?
BOFSGBS1327 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Broughty Ferry, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Dundee, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest 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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BOFSGBS1327 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGBS1327.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments 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.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1327?
BOFSGBS1 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1327 points to Broughty Ferry. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BOFSGBS1327 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.