SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1CL6
BOFSGBS1CL6 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1CL6 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | CL6 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Litcomp PLC (122738 |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- CL6 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 SWIFT code BOFSGBS1CL6?
The code BOFSGBS1CL6 belongs to Litcomp PLC (122738, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BOFSGBS1CL6 to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGBS1CL6.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1CL6 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 CL6 is the code of the department Litcomp PLC (122738.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.