SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1ASD
BOFSGBS1ASD belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1ASD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | ASD |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Ascot Drummond (122717 |
| 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.
- ASD 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 BOFSGBS1ASD?
The code BOFSGBS1ASD belongs to Ascot Drummond (122717, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1ASD 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 ASD is the code of the department Ascot Drummond (122717.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1ASD incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1ASD with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
Do I need BOFSGBS1ASD to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BOFSGBS1ASD.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.