SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1HDW
BOFSGBS1HDW belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1HDW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | HDW |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Howard Walden Estates (802695 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United 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.
- HDW 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code BOFSGBS1HDW?
The code BOFSGBS1HDW belongs to Howard Walden Estates (802695, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1HDW stand for?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and HDW identifies the department Howard Walden Estates (802695.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1HDW with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1HDW with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. 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.