SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1BOC

BOFSGBS1BOC belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Chester, United Kingdom.

BOFSGBS1BOC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGBS1BOC
8-character codeBOFSGBS1
Branch codeBOC
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchMytravelco - 120156
CityChester
CountryUnited 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.
BOC 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 is behind BIC BOFSGBS1BOC?

BOFSGBS1BOC identifies Mytravelco - 120156, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Chester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest 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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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.

What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1BOC incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1BOC with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1BOC?

BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1BOC points to Mytravelco - 120156. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1BOC.

What do the letters in BOFSGBS1BOC stand for?

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 BOC is the code of the department Mytravelco - 120156.

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