SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1IPB
BOFSGBS1IPB belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1IPB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | IPB |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Private Banking |
| City | Bristol |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- IPB 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 is behind BIC BOFSGBS1IPB?
The code BOFSGBS1IPB belongs to Private Banking, a unit of Bank of Scotland PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1IPB?
BOFSGBS1 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1IPB points to Private Banking. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1IPB.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1IPB stand for?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, S1 is the code for the city or region and IPB is the code of the department Private Banking.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1IPB incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1IPB 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.