SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1CBU

BOFSGBS1CBU belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

BOFSGBS1CBU

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGBS1CBU
8-character codeBOFSGBS1
Branch codeCBU
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchCorp Bking Uberior
CityEdinburgh
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
CBU 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 BOFSGBS1CBU?

BOFSGBS1CBU is the SWIFT/BIC code of Corp Bking Uberior, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1CBU?

BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1CBU points to Corp Bking Uberior. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1CBU.

What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1CBU incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1CBU with the recipient before sending.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?

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 – the difference can be large.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need BOFSGBS1CBU to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BOFSGBS1CBU.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.