SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1LSH
BOFSGBS1LSH belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1LSH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | LSH |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Lambert Smith Hampton |
| City | Edinburgh |
| 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.
- LSH 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 code BOFSGBS1LSH?
BOFSGBS1LSH identifies Lambert Smith Hampton, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often 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.
What do the letters in BOFSGBS1LSH stand for?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, S1 is the code for the city or region and LSH identifies the branch Lambert Smith Hampton.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1LSH incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFSGBS1LSH with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1LSH?
BOFSGBS1 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1LSH points to Lambert Smith Hampton. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BOFSGBS1LSH if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.