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SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1BLA

BOFSGBS1BLA belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

BOFSGBS1BLA

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGBS1BLA
8-character codeBOFSGBS1
Branch codeBLA
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchBlackadders Llp (802648
CityEdinburgh
CountryUnited 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.
BLA 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 BOFSGBS1BLA?

BOFSGBS1BLA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Blackadders Llp (802648, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of BOFSGBS1BLA stand for?

BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, S1 is the code for the city or region and BLA is the code of the department Blackadders Llp (802648.

What is the cheapest 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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I use BOFSGBS1BLA incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1BLA with the recipient before sending.

Has Bank of Scotland PLC got more 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 it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.