SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1IPN

BOFSGBS1IPN belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom.

BOFSGBS1IPN

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOFSGBS1IPN
8-character codeBOFSGBS1
Branch codeIPN
BankBank of Scotland PLC
BranchPrivate Banking
CityNewcastle Upon Tyne
CountryUnited 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.
IPN 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 is behind BIC BOFSGBS1IPN?

BOFSGBS1IPN identifies Private Banking, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.

What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1IPN incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1IPN with the recipient before sending.

Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1IPN?

BOFSGBS1 is the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1IPN points to Private Banking. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1IPN.

Do I need BOFSGBS1IPN to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGBS1IPN.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.