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SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1BML

BOFSGBS1BML belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

BOFSGBS1BML

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGBS1BML
8-character codeBOFSGBS1
Branch codeBML
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchBridgefast Management LTD.
CityEdinburgh
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
BML 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

What bank uses BIC BOFSGBS1BML?

BOFSGBS1BML identifies Bridgefast Management LTD., a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need BOFSGBS1BML to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGBS1BML.

What happens if I use BOFSGBS1BML with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1BML with the recipient before sending.

Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1BML?

BOFSGBS1 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1BML is Bridgefast Management LTD.. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1BML.

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. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.

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