SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1LED
BOFSGBS1LED belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1LED |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | LED |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Ledingham Chalmers |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Scotland PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- LED 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 SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1LED?
BOFSGBS1LED identifies Ledingham Chalmers, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1LED?
BOFSGBS1 points to the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1LED is Ledingham Chalmers. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1LED.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1LED mean?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and LED identifies the department Ledingham Chalmers.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1LED incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFSGBS1LED with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare 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.