SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1INT
BOFSGBS1INT belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1INT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | INT |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Personnel Banking Internet Banking |
| 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.
- INT 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 branch uses BIC BOFSGBS1INT?
BOFSGBS1INT is the SWIFT/BIC code of Personnel Banking Internet Banking, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1INT incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1INT with the recipient before sending.
Do I need BOFSGBS1INT to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BOFSGBS1INT.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1INT?
BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1INT points to Personnel Banking Internet Banking. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BOFSGBS1INT 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.