SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1HFL
BOFSGBS1HFL belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1HFL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | HFL |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Healthfund Limited (802696 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- HFL 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/BIC code BOFSGBS1HFL?
BOFSGBS1HFL identifies Healthfund Limited (802696, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BOFSGBS1HFL to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGBS1HFL.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1HFL 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 HFL identifies the branch Healthfund Limited (802696.
What is the cheapest 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1HFL with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1HFL against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.