SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1338
BOFSGBS1338 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Airdrie, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1338 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 338 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Airdrie |
| City | Airdrie |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 338 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 SWIFT code BOFSGBS1338?
The code BOFSGBS1338 belongs to Airdrie, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Airdrie, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1338?
BOFSGBS1 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1338 points to Airdrie. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1338.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got more 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 BOFSGBS1338 to send euros 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. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGBS1338.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive 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.