SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1CBN
BOFSGBS1CBN belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1CBN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | CBN |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Corporate Banking |
| City | Newcastle Upon Tyne |
| 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.
- CBN 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 uses BIC BOFSGBS1CBN?
The code BOFSGBS1CBN belongs to Corporate Banking, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1CBN?
BOFSGBS1 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1CBN points to Corporate Banking. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1CBN.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have other 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.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1CBN mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and CBN identifies the branch Corporate Banking.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1CBN incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1CBN against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.