SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1ABS
BOFSGBS1ABS belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1ABS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | ABS |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Origen (122764 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- ABS 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/BIC code BOFSGBS1ABS?
BOFSGBS1ABS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Origen (122764, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1ABS?
BOFSGBS1 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1ABS points to Origen (122764. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1ABS.
What is the best 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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1ABS with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1ABS against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1ABS mean?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the code for the city or region and ABS identifies the department Origen (122764.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.