SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1342
BOFSGBS1342 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Berwick-Upon-Tweed, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1342 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | 342 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Berwick-Upon-Tweed - 804882 |
| City | Berwick-Upon-Tweed |
| 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.
- 342 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 BOFSGBS1342?
BOFSGBS1342 identifies Berwick-Upon-Tweed - 804882, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Berwick-Upon-Tweed, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1342 stand for?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and 342 identifies the department Berwick-Upon-Tweed - 804882.
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, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BOFSGBS1342 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGBS1342.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1342 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1342 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.