SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1LYD
BOFSGBS1LYD belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1LYD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | LYD |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Hbos Ccc |
| City | Birmingham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- LYD 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 BOFSGBS1LYD?
The code BOFSGBS1LYD belongs to Hbos Ccc, a branch or department of Bank of Scotland PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1LYD?
BOFSGBS1 is the main office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1LYD points to Hbos Ccc. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BOFSGBS1LYD if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BOFSGBS1LYD with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFSGBS1LYD with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Bank of Scotland PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of BOFSGBS1LYD mean?
BOFS is the institution code of Bank of Scotland PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, S1 is the location code and LYD identifies the department Hbos Ccc.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.