SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1329
BOFSGBS1329 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Ballater, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1329 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 329 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Braemar - 804554 |
| City | Ballater |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 329 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 uses SWIFT code BOFSGBS1329?
BOFSGBS1329 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Braemar - 804554, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Ballater, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1329 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1329 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1329?
BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1329 points to Braemar - 804554. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1329.
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.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need BOFSGBS1329 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1329.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.