SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1KLK
BOFSGBS1KLK belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1KLK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | KLK |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Killik and Co |
| 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.
- KLK 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1KLK?
The code BOFSGBS1KLK belongs to Killik and Co, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1KLK with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1KLK with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1KLK stand for?
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 KLK is the code of the branch Killik and Co.
Do I need BOFSGBS1KLK to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1KLK.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.