SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1CIC
BOFSGBS1CIC belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1CIC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | CIC |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Cica (802629 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- CIC 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 BOFSGBS1CIC?
BOFSGBS1CIC identifies Cica (802629, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1CIC incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOFSGBS1CIC against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Do I need BOFSGBS1CIC for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGBS1CIC.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1CIC?
BOFSGBS1 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1CIC points to Cica (802629. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BOFSGBS1CIC if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.