SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1HOR
BOFSGBS1HOR belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1HOR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | HOR |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Hornbuckle Mitchell (122759 |
| 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.
- HOR 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/BIC code BOFSGBS1HOR?
BOFSGBS1HOR identifies Hornbuckle Mitchell (122759, 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.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1HOR with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1HOR with the recipient before sending.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1HOR?
BOFSGBS1 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1HOR is Hornbuckle Mitchell (122759. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1HOR.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
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 – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1HOR mean?
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 HOR is the code of the department Hornbuckle Mitchell (122759.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments 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.