SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1JSP
BOFSGBS1JSP belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1JSP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | JSP |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Towry Law No 2 (122715 |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- JSP 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 BOFSGBS1JSP?
BOFSGBS1JSP is the SWIFT/BIC code of Towry Law No 2 (122715, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1JSP with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1JSP against the details from Bank of Scotland PLC before sending.
Do I need BOFSGBS1JSP to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BOFSGBS1JSP.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1JSP?
BOFSGBS1 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1JSP is Towry Law No 2 (122715. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BOFSGBS1JSP if the recipient asks for it.
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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.