SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1CBA
BOFSGBS1CBA belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1CBA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | CBA |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Aefse Limited (122264 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- CBA 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/BIC code BOFSGBS1CBA?
BOFSGBS1CBA identifies Aefse Limited (122264, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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 is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often 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.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1CBA?
BOFSGBS1 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1CBA points to Aefse Limited (122264. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BOFSGBS1CBA if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1CBA with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGBS1CBA against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.