SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1IPS
BOFSGBS1IPS belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Ipswich, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1IPS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | IPS |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Private Banking Ipswich - 122496 |
| City | Ipswich |
| 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.
- IPS 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 SWIFT code BOFSGBS1IPS?
BOFSGBS1IPS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Private Banking Ipswich - 122496, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Ipswich, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1IPS incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1IPS against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1IPS mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, S1 is the code for the city or region and IPS is the code of the department Private Banking Ipswich - 122496.
Do I need BOFSGBS1IPS to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGBS1IPS.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got more 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.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.