SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1MAD
BOFSGBS1MAD belongs to Bank of Scotland PLC in Maidstone, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFSGBS1MAD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFSGBS1 |
| Branch code | MAD |
| Bank | Bank of Scotland PLC |
| Branch | Private Banking, Maidstone |
| City | Maidstone |
| 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.
- MAD 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BOFSGBS1MAD?
The code BOFSGBS1MAD belongs to Private Banking, Maidstone, part of Bank of Scotland PLC in Maidstone, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need BOFSGBS1MAD to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BOFSGBS1MAD.
Can I use BOFSGBS1 instead of BOFSGBS1MAD?
BOFSGBS1 points to the head office of Bank of Scotland PLC, while BOFSGBS1MAD is Private Banking, Maidstone. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BOFSGBS1MAD.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Scotland PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Scotland PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Has Bank of Scotland PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 1101 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Scotland PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Scotland PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.