SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1C13
BOFSGBS1C13 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1C13 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | C13 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Client Banking Branch 13 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- C13 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 code BOFSGBS1C13?
BOFSGBS1C13 identifies Client Banking Branch 13, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1C13?
BOFSGBS1 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1C13 is Client Banking Branch 13. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1C13.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1C13 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1C13 against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1C13 mean?
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 C13 is the code of the department Client Banking Branch 13.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.