SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1330
BOFSGBS1330 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1330 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 330 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Uddingston - 804552 |
| City | Glasgow |
| 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.
- 330 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 code BOFSGBS1330?
BOFSGBS1330 identifies Uddingston - 804552, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1330 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1330 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
Do I need BOFSGBS1330 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGBS1330.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1330 mean?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and 330 identifies the department Uddingston - 804552.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.