SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1LT9
BOFSGBS1LT9 belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1LT9 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | LT9 |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Bank of Scotland Lt Bristol Ag16 |
| City | Bristol |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- LT9 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 code BOFSGBS1LT9?
BOFSGBS1LT9 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bank of Scotland Lt Bristol Ag16, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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 – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1LT9 stand for?
BOFS is the bank code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and LT9 is the code of the department Bank of Scotland Lt Bristol Ag16.
What happens if I enter BOFSGBS1LT9 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1LT9 with the recipient before sending.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros 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.