SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1BSF
BOFSGBS1BSF belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1BSF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | BSF |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | B and S Financial Services LTD |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- BSF 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 SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1BSF?
BOFSGBS1BSF identifies B and S Financial Services LTD, part 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 is the best 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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1BSF?
BOFSGBS1 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1BSF is B and S Financial Services LTD. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1BSF.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1BSF with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1BSF with the recipient before sending.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1BSF stand for?
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 BSF identifies the branch B and S Financial Services LTD.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.