SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1CAM
BOFSGBS1CAM belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1CAM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | CAM |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Private Banking, Cambridge |
| City | Cambridge |
| 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.
- CAM 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1CAM?
BOFSGBS1CAM identifies Private Banking, Cambridge, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Cambridge, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1CAM?
BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1CAM points to Private Banking, Cambridge. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1CAM.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often 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.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1CAM 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 CAM identifies the department Private Banking, Cambridge.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1CAM with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGBS1CAM against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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.