SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1BSP
BOFSGBS1BSP belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1BSP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | BSP |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Bird Semple |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- BSP 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 SWIFT code BOFSGBS1BSP?
The code BOFSGBS1BSP belongs to Bird Semple, 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.
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.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1BSP?
BOFSGBS1 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1BSP points to Bird Semple. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1BSP.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BOFSGBS1BSP to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGBS1BSP.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.