SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1AAC
BOFSGBS1AAC belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Chester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1AAC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | AAC |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Preference Funding - 120158 |
| City | Chester |
| 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.
- AAC 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 BIC BOFSGBS1AAC?
BOFSGBS1AAC identifies Preference Funding - 120158, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Chester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1AAC mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the code for the city or region and AAC is the code of the branch Preference Funding - 120158.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1AAC?
BOFSGBS1 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1AAC is Preference Funding - 120158. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1AAC.
Do I need BOFSGBS1AAC for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1AAC.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.