SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1ACH
BOFSGBS1ACH belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1ACH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | ACH |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Dentons (802924 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- ACH 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 uses BIC BOFSGBS1ACH?
BOFSGBS1ACH identifies Dentons (802924, 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.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have 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.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BOFSGBS1ACH to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BOFSGBS1ACH.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1ACH?
BOFSGBS1 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1ACH is Dentons (802924. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1ACH.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1ACH with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1ACH with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.